Description
Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps are a deliciously healthy meal that combines the savory richness of seasoned ground beef with the crisp freshness of lettuce. Perfect for any occasion, these wraps are quick to prepare and can be customized with your favorite toppings. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or looking for a simple weeknight meal, these wraps offer a fun, interactive dining experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 large iceberg lettuce leaves
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sriracha sauce (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts (lightly toasted)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add ground beef. Cook until browned and crumbly, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in soy sauce and mix well; let it simmer for about two minutes.
- While the beef cooks, carefully separate iceberg lettuce leaves from the head and rinse them under cold water.
- Spoon the seasoned beef mixture onto each lettuce leaf. Top with sliced green onions and chopped peanuts.
- Drizzle with sriracha sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wraps
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option. Add more vegetables like bell peppers or carrots to the filling for extra nutrients. Store leftover filling in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.