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Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps

Savory Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps Perfect for Quick Dinners

Enjoy these quick and healthy Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps that promise flavor and fun in every bite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 wraps
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with canola oil if preferred.
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with ground pork, chicken, bison, or venison.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh is best for potency.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Can use ground ginger as an alternative.
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper Substitute with any bell pepper variety or shredded zucchini.
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots Can omit or replace with cabbage.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Can substitute with chives or shallots.
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Coconut Aminos (or Soy Sauce/Tamari) Low-sodium versions available.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar.
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Oil Omit for a lighter sauce.
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional based on spice preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Arrowroot Powder (or Cornstarch) Can skip for a thinner sauce.
For Assembly
  • 1 head Boston Bibb Lettuce Other leafy greens like romaine or butter lettuce can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Optional but adds a nutty crunch.
  • 1 cup Steamed White or Cauliflower Rice Omit for fewer carbs.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • whisk
  • Medium bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together maple syrup, coconut aminos, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, and red pepper flakes until well combined. Gradually stir in arrowroot powder until fully dissolved.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks. Sauté the meat for approximately 5 minutes, or until it’s no longer pink and begins to brown.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium and add minced garlic and grated fresh ginger to the skillet with the beef. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently.
  4. Mix in the diced red bell pepper and shredded carrots, continuing to cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and vegetable mixture in the skillet. Stir well to combine, letting the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in sliced green onions.
  7. To assemble, spoon a generous amount of the beef mixture into each lettuce leaf, folding it around the filling like a taco. Garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wrapCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh garlic and ginger for a more vibrant flavor in your wraps. Avoid overcooking the ground beef to maintain a juicy filling.

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