❔ What goes in shrimp lettuce wraps?

A classic shrimp lettuce wrap recipe includes cooked shrimp, crisp lettuce (like Bibb or Romaine), fresh chopped vegetables such as bell peppers and cucumbers, and a bold sauce—like garlic-lime, sriracha mayo, or sesame soy. These shrimp lettuce cups are endlessly customizable to suit your taste.

❔ What kind of lettuce is best for shrimp lettuce wraps?

I recommend Boston Bibb lettuce or Romaine hearts . Bibb is tender and cup-shaped, perfect for holding filling without tearing. Romaine is crisp and slightly larger, great for wrapping fuller ingredients. Either one works beautifully for low carb shrimp wraps .

❔ What are PF Chang's shrimp lettuce wraps made of?

PF Chang’s popular version often includes wok-seared shrimp, garlic soy glaze, water chestnuts, scallions, and iceberg lettuce. While delicious, mine are simpler, healthier, and customizable. These healthy shrimp lettuce wraps pack the same punch with fewer carbs and cleaner ingredients.

❔ Can I use lettuce instead of a tortilla?

Absolutely. Lettuce is a fantastic substitute for tortillas, especially for anyone watching carbs or gluten. These shrimp lettuce wraps offer all the satisfaction of a taco or roll-up—without the starch.

10 Dangerously Delicious Shrimp Lettuce Wraps That’ll Wreck Your Diet Plans (In the Best Way)

Description

These dangerously delicious shrimp lettuce wraps are packed with flavor, freshness, and crunch. So good, they’ll wreck your diet—in the best way.

Ingredients

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1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 head Boston Bibb lettuce (or Romaine hearts)
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cucumber, diced
¼ cup pickled turnips
¼ cup chopped parsley
2 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: red pepper flakes for spice

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Instructions

Prepare the Sauce
Mix garlic, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and a dash of chili flakes. Let it sit for enhanced flavor.
Cook the Shrimp
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat
Add shrimp, seasoning with salt & pepper
Sauté for 2–3 minutes until pink and opaque
Assemble the Wraps
Lay lettuce on a plate
Add a few slices of bell pepper, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes
Top with 1–2 shrimp
Drizzle sauce
Garnish with parsley and green onions

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Asian-fusion, Mediterranean-inspired