Epicure Recipes

Cheeseburger Lettuce Wraps

StovetopLunchDinnerDinnerLunchBetter Than TakeoutBeefGluten-freeHigh ProteinSugar ConsciousOne Dish

12 minutes

4 servings

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Skip the boring burger bun and indulge your cravings with this crunchy twist—no messy patty-making required! Lettuce is low in calories and packed with vitamin K for strong bones, vitamin A for radiant skin and healthy eyes, and fibre for a happy gut. Complete the meal by drizzling with any of these delish Sauces & Condiments.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef
  • 1 pkg Cheeseburger Pasta Seasoning or Philly-Style Cheesesteak Seasoning
  • 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tomato
  • 14 red onion
  • 16 lettuce leaves, about 1 small head

Preparation

  1. Add beef and seasoning to Saute Pan; cook over medium-high heat 4–6 min, or until browned. Use Ground Meat Separator to break up chunks.
  2. Stir in cheese and ketchup; cook until cheese melts, about 1 min.
  3. Dice tomato and thinly slice onion.
  4. To assemble, make eight sets of two stacked lettuce leaves. Divide filling between stacks and top with tomato, onion, and additional toppings, if desired.

Epicure Products Used

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Calories 360, Fat 21 g (Saturated 10 g, 0.5 0 g), Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 540 mg, Carbohydrate 13 g (Fiber 3 g, Sugars 6 g), Protein 31 g.

Tips

Skip the stovetop and microwave ground beef with seasoning and ketchup in Multipurpose Steamer. Cover and microwave on high 4 min, or until cooked through, and then stir in the cheese.

Perfectly Balance Your Plate

Serve with 1⁄2 cup cooked rice.