Spiced Beef Lettuce Wraps

Name: Spiced Beef Lettuce Wraps
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1.5 pound ground beef (93% lean); 1 yellow onion (diced); 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder; 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika; 0.5 cup tomato sauce (low sodium); 0.25 cup water; 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper; 1 head Bibb lettuce (separated into leaves); 1 can black beans (rinsed and drained); 1 cup frozen corn (thawed); 2 tablespoon lime juice; 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)

Flavorful ground beef, seasoned with bold spices, served in crisp lettuce cups with a refreshing black bean and corn salsa for a light yet satisfying high-protein, low-fat meal.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 25 min
Servings: 4
Cuisine: American
Difficulty: Easy

Dietary

High-Protein
Nut-Free
Dairy-Free
Gluten-Free
Soy-Free
High-Fiber
Low-Sugar
Low-Calorie

Ingredients

1 teaspoon olive oil
1.5 pound ground beef (93% lean)
1 yellow onion (diced)
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
0.5 cup tomato sauce (low sodium)
0.25 cup water
0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
1 head Bibb lettuce (separated into leaves)
1 can black beans (rinsed and drained)
1 cup frozen corn (thawed)
2 tablespoon lime juice
0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)

Instructions

Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 1/2 pounds 93% lean ground beef and 1 diced yellow onion; cook, breaking up the beef, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
Stir in 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add 1/2 cup low-sodium tomato sauce and 1/4 cup water, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing sauce to thicken. Season with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
While beef is cooking, prepare the bean and corn salsa: In a medium bowl, combine 1 can rinsed and drained black beans, 1 cup thawed frozen corn, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (if using). Stir well.
Serve the spiced beef mixture in separated Bibb lettuce leaves, topped with the black bean and corn salsa.

Notes

If you prefer a little heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the beef with the spices. Leftover beef mixture can be stored for 2-3 days and reheated. The salsa is best fresh but can also be stored separately.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 480
Protein: 37.5 g
Carbohydrates: 38 g
Fat: 20.1 g
Fiber: 10.5 g
Sodium: 750 mg
Saturated Fat: 7.5 g
Sugar: 7 g
Cholesterol: 120 mg