Southwest Sausage Quinoa Lettuce Wraps

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Sooooo, who wants to make a bet I’m going to go insane the next 2 1/2 weeks without my husband?!

PS- my husband is gone for the next 2 1/2 weeks. Obvs.

PPS- Army training. Word. 

Anyways, back to my original thought. I’m about half way to crazy town and Gord left yesterday morning, soooooooo that’s fun. Between my daughters’ literal….and I do mean literal….wailings {“You’re so mean mommy!” “I MISS DADDY!” “No, YOU’RE BEING RIDICULOUS” “I CAN SO WATCH ANOTHER SHOW ON THE iPAD!”} and my sons’ teething, there’s bound to be a few screams into pillows or holes punched into walls. I mean I’ll try not to but make no promises.

Also, I’m making plans to paint the Master bedroom and start renovating the two bathrooms in my quaint abode whilst my husband is gone. And at some point I need to take my NEW FREAKING VAN in for “maintenance”. Damn you Honda dealership!!! Sigh. At least all the work is covered under warranty. Silver lining, right?

You guys. I’m such a glutton for punishment. I’m really good at making plans.

Anyways.

I made some Quinoa wraps and they were amazing. I didn’t have high hopes for these because I just sort of threw some remnants of previous dinner recipe ingredients into a pan and called it good, hence no step by step photos. But trust me when I say these were the bomb dot com. Flavorful, healthy, gluten free and chock full of veggies. #iwin

Here’s how you make them:

Throw a bunch of ingredients into a pan and sauté. Serve in butter lettuce leaves.

It’s really that simple.

My only recommendation is to use the hot italian sausage links. The little spice is nice, especially paired with the sweetness from the sweet potato. Oh and one more thing: cook your quinoa in chicken or beef broth. It adds so much flavor, you’d be surprised what a difference it makes.

That’s all! Have a fabulous weekend, friends 🙂 Give these a whirl and report back pronto.

I’ll be in the fetal position in the corner if you need me.

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Southwest Sausage and Quinoa Lettuce Wraps

Spicy Italian sausage and plenty of tasty vegetables are a flavorful combination in these delicious Quinoa Lettuce Wraps.

servings 8 wraps

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

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Ingredients

• ▢ 2 tablespoons olive oil
• ▢ 1/2 large onion diced
• ▢ 1 small sweet potato peeled and cubed, 1/4 inch pieces
• ▢ 2 hot Italian sausages
• ▢ 1 small zucchini
• ▢ 1 ear sweet corn kernels removed
• ▢ 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• ▢ 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• ▢ garlic salt & pepper to taste
• ▢ 2 cups leftover cooked quinoa
• ▢ 6 butter lettuce leaves washed and dried
• ▢ cilantro and red onion for garnish

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Instructions

• Place large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and sweet potato in olive oil.
• Remove sausage from casings and place into pan, breaking it up as it cooks. Once sausage is thoroughly cooked, stir in zucchini, corn and spices.
• Cook another 3-4 minutes. Add in the quinoa to warm it through. Spoon into lettuce leaves, top with cilantro and red onion if desired and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 318kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 221mg | Potassium: 473mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 2774IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 3mg

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Southwestern

Keyword: Quinoa Lettuce Wraps