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Italian Turkey Kale Roll Ups (paleo + whole30)

3 Aug

Paleo and Whole30 compliant Italian turkey kale roll ups are a unique way to combine nutrient-dense leafy greens with lean protein enhanced with tons of Italian spices. Just blanch, wrap, and cook!

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Paleo and Whole30 Italian Turkey Kale Roll Ups. A quick way to combine nutrient-dense leafy greens with lean protein packed with savory spices.

My toddler has been getting up before 5:15 am the past month. It feels like a slow form of torture. As someone who used to be able to sleep through ANYTHING, it’s amazing I hear his door the minute it opens, followed by every little step to our bedroom until his (very awake) little face is standing on my side of the bed (never dad’s) and says…

“HI MOMMY! I’m awake! Look at my choo choo/Elmo/truck/Buzz Lighyear jammies! Mom, I’m hungry. Come on mom, get up! Go to kitchen! Let’s play mom! I want eggs!”

No pause in between. Just all the thoughts in one little brain, spewed out enthusiastically all before the sun is up. I can’t even mutter, “buddy, it’s too early” before he’s grabbing my hand and yanking me out of bed.

It’s the most annoying yet heart-warming morning alarm ever. I can’t even be frustrated because he’s so dang happy. And I know one day I’ll miss it, but today, I’m just really, REALLY tired. Basically by dinnertime, I am a walking zombie (ok let’s be honest, by lunchtime I’m a zombie). So while I’m all about eating these Italian turkey kale roll ups the same day I make them, I’d be lying if I said that actually happens. Because I heat these babies reheated as leftovers, a lot.

Whole30 kale roll ups packed with lean ground turkey enchanted with Italian spices

I feel a little funny saying that out loud. “Oh hey I’m a full-time food blogger but I heat leftovers pretty much every day”. The glam life. Someone’s gotta do it.

But you know what, there’s no shame in my game. I mean, who’d say no to a delicious, Whole30 meal with leafy-greens and savory lean protein, that tastes great reheated? What I’m trying to say is reheating this meal requires minimal thinking when your running in empty in the brain power/sleep department.

Italian Turkey Kale Roll Ups

These Italian turkey kale roll ups come together in just a few simple steps – blanching the kale leaves, wrapping the herb-packed turkey like a delicate little gift, and cooking up in a flash. To start, cut are remove the thick stem from roughly 6-7 large Lacinato kale leaves, leaving the top half in tact. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, then one by one, submerge each kale leaf into the water for 10-12 seconds, then quickly transfer to a bowl of ice water (dunking another 10-12 seconds). Lay each leaf on a large towel and pat dry.

Combine the dried herbs to the ground turkey, then scoop out roughly 1/4 to 1/3 cup of the turkey mixture and place near the top of the kale leaf. Fold the leaf around the top of the turkey, then slowly roll the leaf around the turkey, tucking in the sides as you roll up to secure before you reach the end. Make sure you arrange the cut middle of the leaf (where the stem once was) to meet, in order to avoid any turkey from peeking out.

Cooking steps for making Italian turkey kale roll ups

Once all the turkey is wrapped, heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a large pan over medium heat and place the roll ups into the pan. Cover the pan and cook for four minutes. Next, remove the lid,  gently flip the roll ups using kitchen tongs, and reduce the heat to medium/low and cook an additional 8 minutes. Spritz the kale with a little lemon juice, then remove from the pan.

Serve immediately or let cool and refrigerate. When ready to eat, use a sharp knife to cut the roll into thirds or fourths. Add a little more lemon juice to top if desired.

These Italian kale roll ups are a perfect low carb meal packed with nutrient dense greens and lean protein. Paleo and Whole30

And be sure to check out these other winning recipes using ground turkey! Balsamic Ground Turkey and Apple Breakfast Hash, and Primal Greek Turkey Burgers.

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Italian Turkey Kale Roll Ups (paleo + whole30)

Paleo and Whole30 Italian Turkey Kale Roll Ups. A quick way to combine nutrient-dense leafy greens with lean protein packed with savory spices.

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  • Author: Physical Kitchness
  • Yield: 6-7 roll ups 1x
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Ingredients

  • 6–7 large Lacinato kale leaves
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice + more if desired

Instructions

  1. Cut the thick stem from roughly 6-7 large Lacinato kale leaves, leaving the top half in tact
  2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, then one by one, submerge each kale leaf into the water for 10-12 seconds, then quickly transfer to a bowl of ice water (dunking another 10-12 seconds). Lay each leaf on a large towel and pat dry
  3. Combine the dried herbs to the ground turkey, then scoop out roughly 1/4 to 1/3 cup of the turkey mixture and place near the top of the kale leaf
  4. Fold the leaf around the top of the turkey, then slowly roll the leaf around the turkey, tucking in the sides as you roll up to secure before you reach the end. Make sure you arrange the cut middle of the leaf (where the stem once was) to meet, in order to avoid any turkey showing
  5. Once all the turkey is wrapped, heat 2 teaspoons olive oil to a large pan over medium heat and place the roll ups into the pan. Cover the pan and cook for four minutes
  6. Next, remove the lid, gently flip the roll ups using kitchen tongs, and reduce the heat to medium/low. Cook an additional 8 minutes
  7. Squeeze or pour the lemon juice on top of roll ups, then remove from the pan
  8. Serve immediately or let cool and refrigerate. When ready to eat, use a sharp knife to cut the roll into thirds or fourths. Add a little more lemon juice to top if desired

 

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11 Comments Filed Under: Dinner, Lunch, Physical Kitchness, Recipes, Whole30 Tagged With: kale, paleo, turkey, whole30[heart_this]

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I'm Chrissa - a lover of cooking, hater of spiders, fitness enthusiast, red lipstick wearer, mom and wife. Here you will find healthy recipes the family will love, step-by-step workout tutorials, meal planning guides and wellness tips.

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Comments

  1. Carrie this fit chick says

    August 3, 2017 at 5:27 am

    Ive never actually made a wrap with a ‘green’. Love how bulky and filled up these babies are!

    Reply
    • Chrissa says

      August 8, 2017 at 2:05 pm

      So much meaty goodness!!

      Reply
  2. Diana S says

    August 3, 2017 at 6:14 am

    I can’t wait to try these! I think that I’ll serve them with some pasta sauce and zoodles for my kids.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Chrissa says

      August 8, 2017 at 2:04 pm

      Ooooh great idea!

      Reply
  3. Emily says

    August 3, 2017 at 7:26 am

    I don’t know how you do it, making recipes for the blog, caring for two energetic boys, getting up at 5:15 AM. I definitely see God’s sufficient abundant grace carrying you along Chrissa.

    These look so yummy and perfect for a quick meal.

    Reply
    • Chrissa says

      August 8, 2017 at 2:04 pm

      <3 <3

      Reply
  4. Dana says

    August 13, 2017 at 7:15 pm

    Made these (although I opted for ground beef instead of turkey) and the fudgy brownies (I used almond butter) tonight and both were absolutely delicious! The kale roll ups are so pretty and looked as though they would be harder to put together than they actually were so this is a keeper! And the brownies will be in constant rotation as well. Thanks for such great recipes!! : )

    Reply
  5. Chelsea @ Healthy Fabulous Life says

    September 7, 2017 at 3:05 pm

    I love this idea!! These would be perfect to prep for lunch or make for a quick dinner.

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    • Chrissa says

      September 25, 2017 at 9:50 am

      Totally! Thanks Chelsea!

      Reply
  6. Erica says

    February 20, 2018 at 11:39 am

    Hi Crhissa !

    This looks delicious and I can’t wait to try it, but I have question, is the turkey mixture completely raw when you put it into the blanched kale leaves?

    Reply
    • Chrissa says

      February 27, 2018 at 10:26 pm

      Yes, totally raw when wrapped!

      Reply

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