Cashew Chicken Lettuce Wraps

olive oil

finely diced yellow or white onion

finely diced (or shredded) carrots

garlic, finely minced or pressed through a garlic press

salt

black pepper

boneless, skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs, cut into small pieces

low-sodium soy sauce

pure maple syrup

chopped raw cashews (lightly toasted, if desired)

Bibb or green leaf lettuce leaves for wrapping

Chopped cucumbers and tomatoes for serving