Shrimp lettuce wraps loaded with fresh veggies and juicy shrimp. The peanut sauce is exceptional and surprisingly simple. Lettuce wraps are a low carb, healthy dinner idea and they always disappear fast!

Shrimp Lettuce wraps with peanut dipping sauce

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These shrimp lettuce wraps make for one delicious and super impressive meal. I REALLY want you to discover the peanut dipping sauce (also great on chicken wraps). You might be pouring it over all of your lettuce wraps forever.

What Are Lettuce Wraps?

They are similar to spring rolls but wrapped in a fresh lettuce cup instead of rice paper. They usually have some kind of protein; chicken, ground pork, shrimp, etc., are loaded with fresh vegetables and served with a peanut dipping sauce. Lettuce wraps are often on restaurant menus such as PF Chang’s famous lettuce wraps.

what are lettuce wraps with lettuce cup filled with shrimp and vegetables

What is Boston Lettuce?

We love the cup-like shape and dark leaves of the Boston lettuce. It is also sometimes called “bib lettuce”, or “butter lettuce.” They are sold next to regular lettuce and sometimes come in closed plastic containers labeled as “living” plants with the root attached.

Can I Substitute Lettuce?

YES! If you are not able to find it in your local grocery store, regular sandwich lettuce or even the leaves from hearts of romaine will work. 🙂

Peanut Sauce Recipe:

Ok don’t laugh, this peanut sauce has 2 ingredients. You combine them in a mason jar, cover and shake until smooth. It is better than any restaurant version we have tried.

  • THE DRESSING: We use “Newman’s Own Low Fat Sesame Ginger” dressing (P.S. this dressing contains wheat so if you’re gluten free, try: Bragg’s ginger sesame).
  • THE PEANUT BUTTER: You can use any brand of creamy peanut butter to make peanut dressing. If your peanut butter has been refrigerated, bring to room temperature so it blends easier with the dressing.

Peanut sauce recipe served with shrimp lettuce wraps

How to Serve Lettuce Wraps:

Let your family or guests assemble your lettuce wraps buffet style. We start with a lettuce leaf, add several strips of carrot and cucumber, some avocado, 2 shrimp and a couple generous-sized sprigs of cilantro.

DO NOT skip on the cilantro. At least give it a whirl. It totally reminds me of spring rolls and makes the entire lettuce wrap dangerously enticing. Finally, drizzle the top with the peanut dipping sauce. It will change your life.

How to serve lettuce wraps and assemble them

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Shrimp Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce

4.91 from 43 votes
Author: Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com
Shrimp lettuce wraps loaded with fresh veggies and juicy shrimp. The peanut sauce is exceptional and surprisingly simple. Lettuce wraps are a low carb, healthy dinner.
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients 

Servings: 4

For the Lettuce Wraps:

  • 1 head of Boston lettuce
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt, or to taste
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper, or to taste
  • 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 avocado, sliced into strips
  • 1/2 cucumber, sliced into strips
  • 1/2 small bunch of cilantro
  • 1 medium carrot, cut into matchsticks

Peanut Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup Lowfat sesame ginger dressing, (We use Newman's Own Brand*)
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp creamy peanut butter, room temperature

Instructions

  • Rinse and pat dry your shrimp. Sprinkle shrimp with salt and pepper to taste. Add 1/2 Tbsp olive oil to a large hot non-stick skillet. Once oil is hot, add shrimp and sauté on med/high heat 2 min per side or just until cooked through then transfer to a plate. 
  • Cut your cucumber and carrot into thin matchsticks. Slice your avocado into strips, cut cilantro springs in half. 
  • Make your peanut dressing, combine 1/2 cup sesame ginger dressing with the 1 1/2 Tbsp peanut butter in a mason jar or tupperware with tight fitting lid. Shake thoroughly until smooth. 
  • To assemble lettuce wraps, place the lettuce cups on a platter, add several strips of carrot and cucumber, sliced avocado, 2 shrimp and a couple of large sprigs of cilantro. Drizzle the top with the peanut dipping sauce. 

Notes

*P.S. this dressing contains wheat so if you're gluten free, try: Braggs ginger sesame

Nutrition Per Serving

399kcal Calories11g Carbs27g Protein28g Fat4g Saturated Fat285mg Cholesterol1528mg Sodium619mg Potassium5g Fiber5g Sugar4015IU Vitamin A13.3mg Vitamin C204mg Calcium3.6mg Iron
Nutrition Facts
Shrimp Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce
Amount per Serving
Calories
399
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
28
g
43
%
Saturated Fat
 
4
g
25
%
Cholesterol
 
285
mg
95
%
Sodium
 
1528
mg
66
%
Potassium
 
619
mg
18
%
Carbohydrates
 
11
g
4
%
Fiber
 
5
g
21
%
Sugar
 
5
g
6
%
Protein
 
27
g
54
%
Vitamin A
 
4015
IU
80
%
Vitamin C
 
13.3
mg
16
%
Calcium
 
204
mg
20
%
Iron
 
3.6
mg
20
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: lettuce wraps
Skill Level: Easy
Cost to Make: $$
Calories: 399

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Lettuce wraps are an easy entertaining idea for summer. Having friends and family assemble their own lettuce wraps is a memorable way to share a meal.

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  • Debbie
    September 18, 2023

    My daughter has recently been diagnosed with Celiac disease, I’ve been experimenting with recipes. I love your recipes and I’m wondering if you have any gluten, nut and tree nut free recipes you can pass on. Thanks
    Regards, Debbie

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      September 18, 2023

      Hi Debbie, we sure do! At the top of the blog site, hover over ‘Recipes’ and see the ‘Diet’ section. I hope that helps.

      Reply

  • Phyllis Yonavich
    April 15, 2023

    Love your recipes, however, the sodium is over the top. Would love to see low sodium recipes. 1500+ mg in this recipe is nearly daily limit for average person and over for one watching sodium intake. I’m going to try and make with less sodium!!

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      April 15, 2023

      Thank you so much for sharing that with me, Phyllis!

      Reply

  • Shelley
    March 31, 2022

    Made these tonight!
    Absolutely delish!!
    I love so many of your recipes!
    Thank you Natasha 😘

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      March 31, 2022

      You’re welcome, Shelley. I’m glad you’re enjoying them!

      Reply

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