Description
These Mediterranean Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps are a quick and healthy dinner option packed with flavorful spices, fresh vegetables, and creamy feta cheese. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe combines tender ground beef cooked with aromatic cumin, paprika, and oregano, then topped with juicy cherry tomatoes and fresh parsley, all wrapped in crisp butter lettuce leaves. Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal that embraces Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
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Beef Mixture
- 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
Fresh Toppings
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
Wrap
- 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 the Onion: Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and cook for about 3 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds to release its fragrance without burning.
- Cook Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary to keep the dish light.
- Season the Beef: Mix in the ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Continue cooking for 2 to 3 minutes to blend the flavors thoroughly.
- Finish with Fresh Ingredients: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the diced cherry tomatoes, lemon juice, and chopped parsley to add freshness and brightness to the beef mixture.
- Assemble Wraps: Spoon the flavorful beef mixture into separated butter lettuce or romaine leaves, creating individual wraps.
- Add Feta and Serve: Top each wrap with crumbled feta cheese and serve immediately for a fresh and satisfying meal.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein option.
- For added crunch and nutrition, consider adding diced cucumbers or shredded carrots inside the wraps.
- Use red leaf or green leaf lettuce if butter lettuce is unavailable.
- Leftover beef mixture stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Warm the beef mixture slightly before assembling if reheating leftovers.
