Description
These Mediterranean Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps offer a quick and healthy dinner option, bursting with fresh flavors from herbs, spices, and tangy feta. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe combines lean ground beef with vibrant Mediterranean seasonings, cherry tomatoes, and crisp lettuce leaves for a light yet satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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For the Filling
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
For Serving
- 1 head butter lettuce or romaine, leaves separated
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the aromatics.
- Sauté onion: Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid burning.
- Add garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, enhancing the flavor base.
- Cook beef: Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon to ensure even cooking. Drain excess fat if necessary to keep the dish lighter.
- Season meat: Stir in ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Continue cooking for 2–3 minutes to allow spices to meld with the beef.
- Add fresh ingredients: Remove the skillet from heat and mix in diced cherry tomatoes, lemon juice, and chopped fresh parsley to add freshness and brightness.
- Assemble wraps: Spoon the seasoned beef mixture into individual butter lettuce or romaine leaves.
- Top and serve: Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over each wrap and serve immediately for a fresh and healthy meal.
Notes
- Leafy greens like butter lettuce or romaine are ideal as they hold the filling well and add crunch.
- Drain excess fat from the cooked beef if you want a leaner meal.
- To make it spicier, add crushed red pepper flakes along with the other spices.
- The wraps are best enjoyed fresh to retain the crispness of the lettuce.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein option.
