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Tex-Mex Lettuce Wrap Tacos
Soft, butter lettuce replaces the traditional tortilla for a cool, grain-free crunchy taco.
Prep Time
5
minutes
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Cook Time
20
minutes
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Total Time
25
minutes
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Course:
Main
Cuisine:
Tex Mex
Servings:
4
lettuce tacos
Calories:
182
kcal
Author:
Katie Wells
Equipment
Large skillet
Ingredients
1
lb
ground beef
(or ground turkey)
3
TBSP
ground cumin
1
TBSP
chili powder
1
tsp
garlic powder
½
tsp
salt
4
large leaves
butter lettuce
(or romaine)
Optional toppings
diced tomato
salsa
diced red onions
yellow, or white also work
sour cream
shredded cheese
hot sauce
guacamole or diced avocado
jalapenos
cilantro
Instructions
In a large skillet, over medium-high heat brown the meat until cooked.
Sprinkle the cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt over the meat and stir well.
Cool slightly before scooping the taco filling into the lettuce leaves like you would with taco shells.
Top with desired taco toppings.
Notes
If you have it on hand, you could use 1-2 tablespoons of taco seasoning instead of the listed seasonings.
(Nutrition info does not include toppings.)
Nutrition
Serving:
1
taco
|
Calories:
182
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
4
g
|
Protein:
26
g
|
Fat:
7
g
|
Saturated Fat:
3
g
|
Polyunsaturated Fat:
1
g
|
Monounsaturated Fat:
3
g
|
Trans Fat:
0.4
g
|
Cholesterol:
70
mg
|
Sodium:
407
mg
|
Potassium:
557
mg
|
Fiber:
1
g
|
Sugar:
0.4
g
|
Vitamin A:
1147
IU
|
Vitamin C:
1
mg
|
Calcium:
65
mg
|
Iron:
6
mg