Paleo BLT Lettuce Wrap Recipe

Paleo BLT Lettuce Wraps deliver all the classic BLT flavors without the bread. Crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado aioli, and fresh lettuce assembled in large romaine leaves create a crunchy, satisfying, and completely grain-free lunch. This paleo and low-carb BLT packs 20g of protein per serving and requires zero cooking beyond the bacon. It is the perfect no-fuss lunch that takes under 15 minutes from start to plate.

Ingredients

• 8 slices thick-cut bacon (pasture-raised for paleo)
• 2 large tomatoes, sliced (or 12 cherry tomatoes, halved)
• 8 large romaine lettuce leaves (or butter lettuce)
• 1 large avocado
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Optional: 200g cooked turkey breast or chicken, sliced (for extra protein)
• Pinch of smoked paprika

Instructions

1. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat for 6-8 minutes, turning once, until crispy. Drain on paper towels. Break each slice in half.
2. While bacon cooks, make the avocado aioli: mash avocado in a bowl with lemon juice, minced garlic, chives, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mash to a creamy but slightly chunky consistency.
3. Lay out romaine lettuce leaves on a flat surface, with the cup-side facing up.
4. Spread 1-2 tablespoons of avocado aioli down the center of each lettuce leaf.
5. Layer 2 half-strips of bacon on top of the aioli.
6. Add 1-2 slices of fresh tomato over the bacon.
7. If using turkey or chicken, add a few slices on top of the tomato.
8. Season with salt and pepper. Fold or roll the lettuce around the filling and secure with a toothpick if needed.

Tips & Variations

• For the best crunch, use the inner leaves of romaine lettuce. They are firmer and hold their shape better than outer leaves.
• Add a few drops of hot sauce or sriracha inside each wrap for a kick.
• For a more traditional BLT feel, sub the avocado aioli with paleo mayonnaise (made with avocado oil).
• Make it a BLT+E by adding sliced hard-boiled egg inside each wrap for another 20g of protein per wrap.
• The avocado aioli will start to brown if made too far ahead. Make it right before assembling or cover tightly with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface.

Nutrition Breakdown

Calories: 483 kcal

Protein: 20g

Fat: 38.4g

Carbs: 20.6g

Fiber: 11.1g

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