Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps
Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps are a low-carb and healthy twist on classic ground beef tacos. Seasoned ground beef is wrapped in lettuce leaves and topped with fresh veggies for a light and satisfying meal.
Allowed for Ideal Protein phases 1 to 3.
Serving size
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp. Vegetable Oil
- 1 lb. Lean Ground Beef
- ½ Green Onions, Chopped
- 1 Tbsp. Tomato Sauce
- ½ Tsp. Chili Powder
- 1 Tsp. Low-sodium Soy Sauce
- ½ Tsp. Garlic Powder
- 1 Head Romaine Lettuce
- ½ Tsp. Paprika
- ½ Tsp. Ground Cumin
- ½ Cup Red Cabbage, Chopped
Preparation
Step 1
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking up any large chunks with a spoon or spatula.
Step 3
Add the green onions, tomato sauce, chili powder, soy sauce, and garlic powder, to the skillet. Stir until well combined.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 5
While the ground beef mixture is simmering, prepare the lettuce wraps by separating and washing the leaves and patting them dry.
Step 6
Once the ground beef mixture is done, sprinkle the paprika and cumin mixture over it and stir to combine.
Step 7
To assemble the lettuce wraps, place a spoonful of the ground beef mixture onto each lettuce leaf.
Step 8
Top with chopped red cabbage and serve immediately.
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