California Avocado Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Serves: 4

Ingredients

4 1/2 tsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 Tbsp. Hoisin sauce (or use BBQ sauce)
2 tsp. Chinese mustard (or use Dijon)
1 tsp. sriracha chili sauce
3 1/2 tsp. fresh lemon juice (3 tsp. for the avocados, 1/2 tsp. for the carrots)
2 ripe, Fresh California Avocados*, peeled, seeded and cut into ½” dice
3 cloves garlic
2 scallions, white and light green parts cut into 2-inch pieces, dark green parts thinly sliced, divided
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast, each breast roughly cut into large chunks
1 Tbsp. lemon zest
1 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
1/4 tsp. salt
As needed Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 Tbsp. canola oil
1/2 cup shredded carrots
12 (about 4-inch in diameter) Bibb lettuce cups

*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Peak California Avocado season generally is spring-summer. Look for California on the label to ensure you are selecting fresh avocados grown close to home. For more recipes visit CaliforniaAvocado.com/recipes.