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Tacos de Laitue (Sans Tortilla)


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  • Author: Luna Martinez
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Experience a burst of freshness with Tacos de laitue, a delightful low-carb alternative to traditional tacos. Wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves, these delicious wraps are filled with savory ground meat, fresh veggies, and zesty toppings. Perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings, they promise to impress your taste buds and add a vibrant touch to your table!


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 8 large romaine or iceberg lettuce leaves
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • Juice of 1 lime

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey until cooked through. Drain excess fat.
  2. Stir in taco seasoning with water as directed on the packet; simmer until thickened.
  3. Rinse and dry the lettuce leaves; lay flat on a platter.
  4. Spoon seasoned meat into each lettuce leaf and layer with tomatoes, avocado, and cheese.
  5. Drizzle lime juice over the top and add sour cream or Greek yogurt before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos (approx. 230g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 19g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg