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Italian Lettuce Wraps

These Italian Lettuce Wraps are a light and refreshing twist on traditional Italian subs, featuring savory cured meats and creamy cheese wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 leaves Crunchy iceberg lettuce Use the largest outer leaves for stability.
  • 4 slices Pepperoni slices Thick slices preferred.
  • 4 slices Salami slices Thick slices preferred.
  • 2 slices Smoked Gouda cheese Slice thick for a creamy contrast.
  • to taste Optional mustard or mayo Use sparingly to avoid sogginess.

Method
 

Assembly
  1. Take a large leaf of iceberg lettuce and lay it flat.
  2. Place thick slices of pepperoni, salami, and smoked Gouda in the center of the lettuce leaf.
  3. Optionally, add mustard or mayo on top.
  4. Carefully wrap the lettuce around the fillings.
  5. Secure with a toothpick if needed, and enjoy your low carb lunch!

Notes

Keep the lettuce cold for maximum crunch and ensure even coverage of fillings for balanced bites. For alternatives, use butter lettuce or add fresh herbs for extra flavor.