High Protein Larb

Experience a bold and nourishing twist on a beloved Thai classic with this High Protein Larb recipe! This vibrant dish combines lean ground chicken or turkey with fragrant fresh herbs like mint and cilantro, perfectly balanced by zesty lime juice, savory fish sauce, and a hint of chili powder for a gentle spice kick. Ground toasted rice adds a unique nutty texture, while crisp lettuce leaves turn this flavorful mixture into refreshing wraps. Ready in just 30 minutes, this protein-packed meal is perfect for a quick, healthy lunch or dinner that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Serve it with cucumber slices for added crunch and enjoy a satisfying dish that's low-carb, gluten-free, and bursting with bright, fresh tastes!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams lean ground chicken or turkey
• 0.5 red onion
• 2 shallots
• 0.5 cup fresh mint leaves
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground toasted rice
• 3 tablespoons cook pasta
• 8 lettuce leaves
• 0.5 cucumber

Directions

Step 1

Start by heating a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add the lean ground chicken or turkey and cook, stirring to break up the meat, until it is cooked through and no longer pink, about 7-10 minutes. Once cooked, remove from heat and set aside.

Step 2

While the meat is cooking, thinly slice the red onion and shallots. Also, finely chop the fresh mint and cilantro leaves. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked ground meat, red onion, shallots, mint, and cilantro. Add the lime juice, fish sauce, and chili powder. Mix well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.

Step 4

Add the ground toasted rice to the mixture, which will give a slightly nutty flavor and provide some texture.

Step 5

Taste the larb mixture and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more lime juice, fish sauce, or chili powder according to your preference.

Step 6

To serve, place several tablespoons of the larb mixture onto each lettuce leaf. Top with a few slices of cucumber for added crunch.

Step 7

Serve immediately, allowing everyone to wrap the larb in the lettuce leaves or eat it with a fork and knife if preferred.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1156.1 grams (1156.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1150

Total Fat 48.60g	62%
Saturated Fat 12.70g	64%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 425mg	142%
Sodium 2976mg	129%
Total Carbohydrate 70.40g	26%
Dietary Fiber 18.00g	64%
Total Sugars 20.40g
Protein 126.60g	253%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 587mg	45%
Iron 21mg	119%
Potassium 3050mg	65%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.7%

Protein: 41.3%

Carbs: 23.0%