Description
Enjoy a burst of flavor with these Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps! Savory ground beef combined with fresh veggies and a touch of umami creates a delightful, healthy meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these wraps are not only quick to prepare but also fun to assemble. Serve them with your favorite sauces for a customizable dining experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup green onions, finely chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 8 large lettuce leaves (butter or romaine)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop green onions and bell peppers; mince garlic.
- Cook the meat: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until crumbly. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add vegetables: Stir in green onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic. Cook for 3-5 minutes until softened.
- Season: Pour in soy sauce and simmer for another 2-3 minutes to meld flavors.
- Assemble: Wash and dry lettuce leaves. Spoon the beef mixture into each leaf and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 lettuce wraps (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Personalize your wraps by swapping out ground beef for turkey or tofu. Enhance flavor with fresh herbs like cilantro or mint. Experiment with sauces such as hoisin or sriracha for added zing.