Looking for a quick, healthy, and satisfying meal without all the carbs? These Spicy Low-Carb Lettuce Wraps are exactly what you need! They’re super easy to throw together and come in handy whether you’re prepping a speedy lunch or a light, refreshing dinner. Instead of using traditional bread or tortillas, these wraps use crisp lettuce leaves as the base—making them a perfect fit for anyone following a keto, paleo, or Whole30 lifestyle.
Why You Will Love These Keto Lettuce Wraps
One of the best things about these lettuce wraps is how incredibly versatile they are. You can stuff them with just about anything you have on hand: thin crispy bacon, fresh veggies, grated cheese, spicy sauces… the possibilities are endless. They’re also great for meal prep. Just cook your bacon, slice up the veggies, and grate the cheese in advance. Store each component in airtight containers or zip bags in the fridge, and when it’s time to eat, all you need is fresh lettuce and a couple of minutes to roll everything up.
That said, since lettuce tends to brown and wilt quickly, it’s best to assemble your wraps right before serving. But with all the ingredients ready to go, you’ll only need about five minutes from fridge to plate. These wraps are crunchy, spicy, and totally satisfying—without any of the guilt. Perfect for busy weekdays, light dinners, or even party platters!
How to Make the Spicy Low Carb Lettuce Wraps
Ingredients
- 2–4 large Romaine or Iceberg lettuce leaves
- 2 slices cooked bacon
- 4 slices oven-roasted turkey
- 2 slices Edam cheese (or similar)
- 1 small avocado, thinly sliced
- ½ cucumber, peeled and sliced
- 1 Roma tomato, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- A pinch of cayenne pepper or red chili powder
Instructions for Keto Lettuce Wraps
Cook Bacon
Start by cooking the bacon in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until it turns golden and crispy. Once it’s done, let it cool down a bit, then crumble it into bite-sized pieces.
Layer and Wrap
Next, lay a sheet of parchment paper on your work surface. Place the lettuce leaves on top, overlapping them slightly to avoid any gaps. Aim for two vertical and two horizontal rows to create a nice rectangular base (1).
Now it’s time to build the wrap! Right in the center of your lettuce layer, add the crispy bacon and a good dollop of Dijon mustard. Then layer on the sliced turkey (2), cheese, cucumber, avocado, and tomato. Drizzle a bit of olive oil over everything and sprinkle with cayenne pepper for a little spicy kick.
To roll it up, start from one of the short ends and roll as tightly as you can (3). You can use the parchment paper to help you get a firm grip. Once you’re halfway through rolling (4), fold in the sides of the lettuce like you would with a burrito (5), then keep rolling until you reach the end (6).
Serve
When your wrap is all rolled up, wrap it snugly in the parchment paper to hold everything together (6). Slice it in half (7) — and enjoy it right away while it’s fresh and crunchy (8)!
Tips for Success
- Use Romaine for flexibility or Iceberg for crunch.
- Wrap with parchment paper for structure and easy slicing.
- Avoid overstuffing to prevent tearing.
- Pre-cook bacon and slice veggies in advance for a superfast meal.
Recipe Variations
These spicy low-carb lettuce wraps are super easy to customize. Instead of bacon, you can use grilled chicken, crispy tofu, or even canned tuna for a tasty twist. Want to switch up the cheese? Cheddar, gouda, or mozzarella all work great. Looking to add a little extra? Try tossing in some pickles, jalapeños, a hard-boiled egg, or a drizzle of spicy mayo for more flavor and texture.
Going for a vegan version? Just skip the meat and cheese, and load them up with hummus and roasted veggies—it’s just as delicious and totally satisfying.
Spicy Low Carb Lettuce Wraps (Keto & Paleo Friendly)
Ingredients
- 2-4 large Romaine or Iceberg lettuce leaves washed and dried
- 2 slices cooked bacon
- 4 slices oven-roasted turkey
- 2 slices Edam cheese or similar
- 1 small avocado thinly sliced
- ½ cucumber peeled and sliced
- 1 Roma tomato thinly sliced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- A pinch of cayenne pepper or red chili powder
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until it turns golden and crispy. Once it’s done, let it cool down a bit, then crumble it into bite-sized pieces.
- Lay a sheet of parchment paper on your work surface. Place the lettuce leaves on top, overlapping them slightly to avoid any gaps. Aim for two vertical and two horizontal rows to create a nice rectangular base.
- Right in the center of your lettuce layer, add the crispy bacon and a good dollop of Dijon mustard. Then layer on the sliced turkey, cheese, cucumber, avocado, and tomato.
- Drizzle a bit of olive oil over everything and sprinkle with cayenne pepper for a little spicy kick.
- To roll it up, start from one of the short ends and roll as tightly as you can. You can use the parchment paper to help you get a firm grip. Once you’re halfway through rolling, fold in the sides of the lettuce like you would with a burrito, then keep rolling until you reach the end.
- When your wrap is all rolled up, wrap it snugly in the parchment paper to hold everything together. Slice it in half—and enjoy it right away while it’s fresh and crunchy!
