Mediterranean Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps
These Mediterranean Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps are light, protein-packed, and bursting with classic Mediterranean flavors—without any heat. Juicy seasoned beef is tucked into crisp lettuce cups and topped with fresh veggies and a creamy yogurt sauce. Perfect for a quick lunch or an easy, low-carb dinner.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 12–15 minutes
Total time: ~25 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For the Beef Filling:
500 g lean ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt & black pepper, to taste
For the Wraps:
1 large head romaine or butter lettuce, leaves separated
1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup cucumber, finely chopped
1/4 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Creamy Yogurt Sauce:
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh parsley or dill, chopped
Salt & black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Cook the beef:
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté 2–3 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
Season:
Add ground beef, cumin, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook 7–10 minutes, breaking it up, until browned and cooked through.
Make the sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, herbs, salt, and pepper.
Assemble wraps:
Spoon warm beef into lettuce leaves. Top with tomatoes, cucumber, olives, feta, and a drizzle of yogurt sauce.
Serve:
Enjoy immediately while fresh and crisp.
Tips & Variations
Extra veggies: Add grated carrot or chopped bell pepper to the beef.
Dairy-free: Skip feta and use a plant-based yogurt.
Meal prep: Beef keeps well refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Family-friendly: Serve with pita or rice on the side for kids.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 320 kcal
Protein: 26 g
Fat: 22 g
Carbs: 8 g
Fiber: 2 g