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Quick and easy Ham and Turkey Lettuce Wraps swap buttery Bibb lettuce for traditional tortillas. Stuffed with savory deli ham and turkey, fresh tomatoes, cucumber, and carrots, plus a little sharp cheese, these wraps are great for lunch. Lighter than sandwiches, but so fresh and satisfying!
Delicious Details
- Cuisine Inspiration: American
- Primary Cooking Method: No-cook
- Dietary Info: Gluten-free, Dairy-free option
- Skill Level: Easy
Why You’ll Love These Lettuce Wraps
The easiest gluten-free lunch, ham and turkey lettuce wrap sandwiches come together in minutes. They’re sturdy enough to take along in lunchboxes, and packed with enough vegetables to make you feel like you’re eating your greens! Like my Thai Larb Chicken Lettuce Wraps and Asian Beef Lettuce Wraps, lettuce wraps are a lighter, naturally gluten-free option that always satisfies. Only this version takes some deli inspo instead of the Asian-style you may be more familiar with!
I love a healthy pour of homemade Ranch dressing—choose from my Avocado Ranch Dressing or Jalepeno Ranch Dressing recipes if you want a bit more flavor than simple Ranch—to finish them off.
- Serve them for dinner, too. I don’t always save these wraps just for lunch; they make a nice light dinner option or picnic favorite for an al fresco meal in the park.
- Easily gluten-free. Every ingredient in this recipe is gluten-free. Make sure to use a certified gluten-free dressing if using bottled dressing.
- Kid-friendly. My kids love this change from a traditional lunchbox sandwich, and the wraps are the perfect size for small hands.
Recipe Ingredients
I’ve outlined what you’ll need to make this recipe below. Scroll to the recipe card at the end of this post for the full ingredient amounts.
- Bibb Lettuce: Bibb lettuce’s large, soft leaves make an ideal choice for wrapping up the filling.
- Ham and Turkey: I used 8 slices each of deli ham and turkey.
- Cheddar Cheese: Shred or crumble the cheddar from a block of cheese. Use vegan cheese, if needed.
- Egg: I used 1 hard-boiled egg, and you can add more for extra protein.
- Tomatoes: Grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes work.
- Cucumber: Leave the cucumber unpeeled or peel it, depending on preference.
- Carrot
- Salad Dressing: I love Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing in these wraps, or use your salad dressing of choice. You can choose an option without dairy if you need to make them dairy free.
Tips and Variation Ideas
- Use this as a base. You can use the general method for making lettuce wraps and add other proteins, such as leftover Rosemary Balsamic Roast Chicken or Herb Roast Turkey, or try a scoop of Pineaple Chicken Salad.
- Another type of lettuce. If you wish to try another type of lettuce, I recommend crisp iceberg lettuce instead of the Bibb lettuce leaves.
- Avoid sogginess. In order to keep the wraps from becoming overly soggy, you can wrap each pre-made wrap in a piece of parchment paper. Or, just eat them as soon as they’re made!
- Add more vegetables. I love throwing in some chopped fresh avocado or sliced bell peppers.
- Other dressings. Treat this recipe like a salad, and you can play around with the dressing each time you make it. Some of my favorite dressings here include BBQ Ranch Dressing and Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette.
Can I Store Extras for Later?
I prefer to eat these wraps fresh, but they will hold up well overnight if you wish to pack them for next-day lunches. Place the assembled wraps in an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to 2 days. I like to dress the wraps just before serving, but it’s OK to add the dressing before storing them.
Make It a Meal
- Use tortillas. If you feel like making a more traditional wrap, fold the filling into a Gluten Free Wraps, or serve it in Gluten Free Pita Bread or with Corn Tortillas.
- With soup. Add a small bowl of creamy Instant Pot Tomato Basil Soup or Roasted Butternut Squash Soup to round out your wraps.
- Add rice. For a bit more, add scoops of Cilantro Lime Rice to the wraps or serve it on the side.
- Veggies. I love a side of Air Fryer Corn on the Cob, or Baked Sweet Potatoes with wraps, or try Oven-Baked Italian Fries.
More Gluten-Free Lunch Ideas
Ham and Turkey Lettuce Wraps
Ingredients
- 2 heads Bibb lettuce 16 leaves
- 8 slices deli ham , cut into thin strips
- 8 slices deli turkey , cut into thin strips
- 2 oz cheddar cheese , shredded or crumbled
- 1 hard boiled egg , chopped
- 1 pint grape tomatoes (about 16-20 tomatoes, cut into quarters)
- ¼ cup diced cucumber
- 1 small carrot , shredded
- ¼ cup Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing or your salad dressing of choice.
Instructions
- Place the 2 heads Bibb lettuce leaves onto plates or a serving platter, divide the 8 slices deli ham and 8 slices deli turkey, 2 oz cheddar cheese, 1 hard boiled egg,1 pint grape tomatoes, ¼ cup diced cucumber, and 1 small carrot between the leaves, and drizzle with the ¼ cup Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing .
- Alternatively, place all of the ingredients in bowls and let everyone make their own.
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