Light on the Links Lettuce Wraps

Fresh, Crunchy, and Swing-Friendly

When you’re out on the course, the last thing you want is a heavy lunch weighing you down on the back nine. Enter: Light on the Links Lettuce Wraps.

These wraps are crisp, colorful, and packed with lean protein and veggies. Topped with a creamy homemade peanut sauce, they’re just as craveable as a sandwich—but way lighter and golfer-approved.

Why Golfers Love It

Light but satisfying: Keeps energy steady without the sluggishness.
Crunch factor: Fresh veggies deliver flavor and texture in every bite.
Customizable: Works with chicken, turkey, or even plant-based protein.
Smart swap: Ditch the bread and still feel full and fueled.

Ingredients (Makes 4–6 wraps)

For the Wraps:

1 cup cooked ground turkey or shredded rotisserie chicken
½ red bell pepper, thinly sliced
½ cucumber, julienned
½ carrot, shredded or thinly sliced
2 green onions, sliced
Butter lettuce or romaine leaves (6–8 large leaves)
Optional: chopped peanuts, cilantro, or a squeeze of lime

For the Peanut Sauce:

3 tbsp natural peanut butter
1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp honey or maple syrup
1 tsp sesame oil
1–2 tbsp warm water (to thin)
Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes or sriracha for heat

Instructions

Make the Peanut Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and warm water until smooth. Adjust with more water if needed for drizzle consistency.
Assemble Wraps: Lay lettuce leaves flat. Add a spoonful of chicken or turkey, then layer bell pepper, cucumber, carrot, and green onion.
Drizzle & Garnish: Top with peanut sauce and finish with chopped peanuts, cilantro, or a squeeze of lime.
Wrap & Serve: Fold like a taco or roll burrito-style. Enjoy immediately with a side of fruit or baked veggie chips.

Family Bonus

Kids love building their own wraps! Serve the peanut sauce on the side as a dip and let everyone fill their lettuce cups with their favorite veggies. It’s hands-on, fresh, and fun—just like golf should be.

Fuel your game, not weigh it down. These Light on the Links Lettuce Wraps are proof that golf food can be light, colorful, and still seriously delicious.