Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 head of wall lettuce
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 large lettuce leaves
Special equipment needed:
- None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Wash and dry the wall lettuce leaves and set them aside.
2. Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit and scoop out the flesh into a bowl.
3. Add the sliced bell peppers, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt and pepper to the bowl with the avocado and mix well.
4. Take a lettuce leaf and spoon some of the avocado mixture onto it.
5. Roll the lettuce leaf around the filling, tucking in the sides as you go.
6. Repeat with the remaining lettuce leaves and filling.
7. Serve immediately.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: None
Temperature:
- Serve at room temperature
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 165
- Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 3g
- Fiber: 8g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Wall lettuce can be substituted with any other large lettuce leaves, such as romaine or butter lettuce.
- Red and yellow bell peppers can be substituted with any other color bell pepper.
- Red onion can be substituted with white or yellow onion.
- Cilantro can be substituted with parsley or basil.
Variations:
- Add some diced tomatoes to the avocado mixture for extra flavor and texture.
- Top the wraps with some crumbled feta cheese for a salty kick.
- Add some cooked quinoa or brown rice to the avocado mixture for a more filling meal.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to use ripe avocados for the best flavor and texture.
- If the lettuce leaves are too small, use two leaves per wrap.
- To make the wraps more portable, wrap them in parchment paper or aluminum foil.
Storage instructions:
- These wraps are best served fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Reheating instructions:
- These wraps are best served cold, so no reheating is necessary.
Presentation ideas:
- Arrange the wraps on a platter and garnish with some extra cilantro leaves.
Garnishes:
- Extra cilantro leaves
Pairings:
- Serve with a side of fresh fruit or a simple green salad.
Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Simple green salad with a vinaigrette dressing
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the avocado mixture is too thick, add a splash of olive oil or water to thin it out.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash the wall lettuce leaves thoroughly before using them.
Food history:
- Wall lettuce, also known as miner's lettuce, was a staple food for miners during the California Gold Rush in the 1800s.
Flavor profiles:
- The avocado mixture is creamy and tangy, while the wall lettuce adds a fresh and slightly bitter flavor.
Serving suggestions:
- These wraps make a great light lunch or snack.
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