Whether you are trying to cut back on carbs or are just looking for a more refreshing way to enjoy barbecue, these lettuce wraps make a tasty summer meal. Created by food blogger Jess from How Sweet It Is, the BBQ Chicken and Pineapple Lettuce Wraps also come topped with a cilantro yogurt sauce.
The dish combines saucy barbecued chicken, caramelized pineapple and crunchy cashews all folded together in a crisp leaf of lettuce. The sweet and savory wraps are perfectly complemented by the creamy sauce drizzled on top. Other potential add-ons could include grilled corn, diced red onion, sliced avocado and sliced green onions.
The greek yogurt cilantro drizzle is made with greek yogurt, freshly torn cilantro, milk, fresh lime juice, olive oil, salt and pepper.
Barbecued Lettuce Wraps
This Recipe Contains BBQ Chicken, Pineapple and Cilantro Yogurt Drizzle
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