Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps
Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps are a delightful and healthy dish that brings together juicy ground beef with fresh veggies, all wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and bursting with flavor. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch, making it a family favorite that everyone will enjoy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 wraps) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 head butter or romaine lettuce (about 12 leaves)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 1 tbsp chili paste (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping vegetables and mincing garlic and ginger.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add diced bell peppers and shredded carrots; sauté until slightly tender.
- Mix in soy sauce and sesame oil, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
- Spoon the mixture into lettuce leaves, top with chopped green onions, and roll tightly.
- Serve immediately on a platter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wraps
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider swapping ground beef for turkey or chicken. Customize your wraps with toppings like avocado or spicy salsa. Keep leftover filling stored in an airtight container for up to three days.