Turkey Lettuce ''Tacos''

A Tyler Florence Recipe

Serves: 4

Preparation Time: 50 Minute(s)

Cook Time: 25 Minute(s)

Ingredients

2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 Tbsp. ground cumin
2 tsp. chili powder
1 lb. lean ground turkey
1 cup canned tomatoes, drained
2 heads bibb or butter lettuce, separate into cups
1 cucumber, cut into 2-1/2-inch spears
2 cups julienned jicama (1/8 x 1/8 x 3-inch strips)
2 cups julienned carrots (1/8 x 1/8 x 3-inch strips)
1 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese (about 4 oz.)
Tomato salsa*
1/4 cup Wish-Bone® Ranch Dressing

Heat olive oil in 12-inch skillet over medium heat and cook onion and garlic, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until onion is tender. Stir in cumin chili powder and ground turkey and cook, stirring occasionally, 12 minutes or until turkey is thoroughly cooked. Stir in tomatoes and simmer 10 minutes or until heated through. Season, if desired, with salt and pepper.
Arrange lettuce cups in stack on large platter. Place remaining topping ingredients in small bowls on platter. Garnish, if desired, with cilantro sprigs and lime wedges.
Fill lettuce cups with turkey mixture, then top with your favorite toppings. Just before serving, drizzle with Wish-Bone® Ranch Dressing.

*Process 1 can (28 oz.) whole plum tomatoes, drained, 1 small red onion, chopped, 1/2 serrano chile pepper, 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, lime juice, salt and pepper to taste until smooth. Yield: 3 cups