Description
Ground beef lettuce wraps are a healthy and flavorful dish that brings a burst of freshness to your table. These wraps feature savory ground beef combined with vibrant vegetables, all nestled in crisp lettuce leaves. Perfect for casual gatherings or weeknight dinners, they offer a satisfying low-carb option that everyone will love. Whip these up quickly and enjoy a delicious meal that feels indulgent without the guilt.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 head butter lettuce (about 8 large leaves)
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (red or yellow)
- 4 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- Sriracha (optional for heat)
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add oil, and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Crumble in the ground beef and cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Mix in grated carrots and diced bell peppers; sauté until softened (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in soy sauce and sesame oil; simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
- Spoon filling into butter lettuce leaves, top with green onions and Sriracha if desired, then serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg