Shrimp Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce
Savor the vibrant flavors of Shrimp Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce, a fresh and healthy dish that’s perfect for any occasion. These wraps feature succulent shrimp nestled in crisp lettuce leaves, topped with colorful veggies and drizzled with a creamy peanut sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, they make for an impressive yet simple meal that’s both nutritious and fun to eat. Enjoy this delightful combination of textures and tastes that will surely become a favorite at your dining table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 large butter lettuce leaves
- 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 3 tbsp creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
- Water as needed for sauce consistency
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, add a splash of oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 4-5 minutes until pink and opaque.
- In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and water until smooth; adjust consistency if needed.
- While the shrimp cooks, prepare sliced bell peppers and shredded carrots on a plate for easy assembly.
- Take one lettuce leaf and layer it with shrimp, bell peppers, carrots, and any additional toppings like cilantro or peanuts.
- Drizzle the peanut sauce generously over each wrap before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wraps (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 180mg