Description
Savory cheeseburger lettuce wraps bring classic comfort to a low-carb dinner plate, offering a fresh twist on a beloved American favorite. Crisp lettuce leaves cradle seasoned beef and melted cheese, creating a light yet satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 lb (454 grams) ground beef (85/15 or leaner)
- 4 slices cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
Main Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Vegetables and Condiments:
- 8 large butter lettuce or romaine leaves
- 1 small tomato, sliced
- ½ cup pickles, sliced
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 tablespoon ketchup (or sugar-free option)
- ½ teaspoon pickle juice (or vinegar)
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet to medium-high temperature, creating an ideal surface for browning ground beef with robust, savory seasonings.
- Crumble the ground beef into the hot skillet, introducing garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to enhance the meat’s natural flavors.
- Drizzle Worcestershire sauce and ketchup over the beef, stirring continuously to ensure even distribution and prevent burning while developing a rich, caramelized exterior.
- Thoroughly break down the meat into small, uniform pieces, cooking for approximately 6-7 minutes until the beef transforms into a deep golden-brown color and reaches complete doneness.
- While the beef cooks, craft a tangy signature sauce by combining mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup, and a splash of pickle juice in a separate mixing bowl.
- Whisk the sauce ingredients until smooth and well-integrated, creating a creamy condiment with balanced, zesty undertones.
- Once the beef is fully cooked, drain any excess fat to maintain a lean and appetizing texture.
- Carefully separate crisp lettuce leaves, ensuring they are clean and intact, ready to serve as a fresh, low-carb vessel for the seasoned beef.
- Spoon the hot, flavorful beef mixture into the center of each lettuce leaf, maintaining a balanced proportion.
- Drizzle the prepared sauce over the beef, or serve it alongside as a dipping option for personalized enjoyment.
Notes
- Swap ground beef for turkey or plant-based crumbles to create a lighter, leaner protein option perfect for health-conscious eaters.
- Quickly drain excess fat after cooking beef to reduce calories and prevent greasy texture, ensuring a cleaner, more appetizing final dish.
- Customize sauce by adding sriracha or hot sauce for extra kick, or use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a protein-packed, lower-fat alternative.
- Elevate wrap presentation by topping with fresh chopped herbs like parsley or chives, providing a bright, fresh contrast to the rich meat and creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg