Mexican · 30 min
Taco Lettuce Wraps with Cheddar
- 30 min
- 2–6 servings
- 563 kcal / serving
Tender ground beef with garlicky onion, cheddar, and tomatoes tucked into crisp lettuce leaves. This weeknight taco bite stays light and satisfying, with a fresh crunch and a tangy, savory filling.
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Ingredients
- 1 headbutter (Boston) lettuce
- ¼ (8 oz) blockcheddar cheese
- 1 clovegarlic
- ½ pintgrape tomatoes
- ½ small bunchgreen onions (scallions)
- ¾ lblean ground beef
- ½ mediumyellow onion
- yellow onions
From the pantry: black pepper, chili powder, cumin, ground, salt, virgin coconut oil
Cookware
chef's knife · colander · cutting board · garlic press (optional) · grater · measuring cups · measuring spoons · mixing bowls · salad spinner (optional) · stainless steel or cast iron skillet · stirring spoon
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Produce
- 1 headbutter (Boston) lettuce
- 1 clovegarlic
- ½ pintgrape tomatoes
- ½ small bunchgreen onions (scallions)
- ½ mediumyellow onion
- yellow onions
Meat & seafood
- ¾ lblean ground beef
Dairy, eggs & chilled
- ¼ (8 oz) blockcheddar cheese
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Ingredients for 2, 4 and 6 servings
| Ingredient | 2 servings | 4 servings | 6 servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| butter (Boston) lettuce | 1 head | 2 heads | 3 heads |
| cheddar cheese | ¼ (8 oz) block | ½ (8 oz) block | ¾ (8 oz) block |
| garlic | 1 clove | 2 cloves | 3 cloves |
| grape tomatoes | ½ pint | 1 pint | 1 ½ pints |
| green onions (scallions) | ½ small bunch | 1 small bunch | 1 ½ small bunches |
| lean ground beef | ¾ lb | 1 ½ lb | 2 ¼ lb |
| yellow onion | ½ medium | 1 medium | 1 ½ medium |
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Directions
- Rinse and dry the lettuce, then separate the leaves and keep them ready for wrapping.
- Trim the green onions and slice them into 1/4-inch pieces; place in a small bowl with the grape tomatoes quartered.
- Coat a skillet with a small amount of coconut oil and heat it over medium-high until shimmering.
- Small-dice the onion and add it to the skillet; cook, stirring often, until softened, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Mince or press the garlic; stir it into the onions along with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until fragrant, about 15 to 30 seconds.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet; break it up as it cooks, cooking until browned and crumbly, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Coarsely grate half a cup of cheddar and set aside.
- To serve, layer beef, tomatoes, green onions, and cheddar onto doubled lettuce leaves and roll, or mix everything together for a salad.
- Store leftovers by keeping the lettuce, beef, and toppings separate until ready to eat.
Two tips
- Prep ahead by washing and drying the lettuce, and pre-chop the green onions and tomatoes so they’re ready to assemble.
- Serve as a salad by tossing together the beef, tomatoes, cheddar, and green onions with the lettuce for a lighter option.
Nutrition per serving
- Calories
- 563 kcal
- Protein
- 41 g
- Carbs
- 11 g
- Fat
- 39 g
- Fiber
- 4 g
- Sodium
- 309 mg
Estimates from the recipe's published nutrition data; they change with the version you pick above.
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