Description
These Mediterranean Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps offer a quick, flavorful, and healthy dinner option that combines seasoned ground beef with fresh vegetables and tangy feta cheese, all wrapped in crisp butter lettuce leaves. Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 head butter lettuce or romaine, leaves separated
Spices and Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Dairy
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the aromatics.
- Sauté onions: Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until it becomes fragrant but not browned.
- Brown the beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks until browned evenly. Drain any excess fat if necessary to keep the dish lean.
- Season the meat: Sprinkle in the ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the spices are fully blended with the beef.
- Mix in fresh ingredients: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the diced cherry tomatoes, lemon juice, and chopped fresh parsley to add brightness and freshness.
- Assemble wraps: Spoon the savory beef mixture into separated butter lettuce leaves, making them easy to hold and eat.
- Add feta topping and serve: Top each lettuce wrap with crumbled feta cheese and serve immediately for a fresh Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein option.
- For extra heat, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes when cooking the spices.
- These wraps are best served immediately to maintain lettuce crispiness.
- If you prefer, use romaine lettuce instead of butter lettuce for a sturdier wrap.
- Leftovers can be stored separately in airtight containers for up to 2 days, but lettuce is best fresh.
