Here’s a simple, tasty recipe for Tortilla Wraps with Ground Beef—perfect for quick dinners, lunches, or meal prep.
Tortilla Wraps with Ground Beef
Ingredients
For the beef filling:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce OR 2 tablespoons salsa (optional for moisture)
For the wraps:
- 6–8 flour tortillas (medium size)
- 1–2 cups shredded lettuce
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
- 1 diced tomato or 1/2 cup salsa
- Sour cream or crema (optional)
- Sliced avocado or guacamole (optional)
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
1. Cook the beef filling
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
- Add the ground beef. Cook, breaking it apart, until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in tomato sauce or salsa for a juicier filling. Simmer 3–5 minutes.
2. Warm the tortillas
- Heat tortillas in a dry skillet 15–20 seconds per side, or microwave wrapped in a towel for 20–30 seconds.
3. Assemble the wraps
Layer in each tortilla:
- A spoonful of seasoned beef
- Shredded lettuce
- Cheese
- Tomatoes or salsa
- Sour cream and avocado if using
- Sprinkle cilantro
4. Wrap and serve
- Fold in the sides, roll tightly, and serve warm.
- Great with chips, rice, or a simple salad.
Optional Variations
- Spicy: Add jalapeños, hot sauce, or chipotle peppers.
- Southwest style: Add corn and black beans.
- Cheesy melt: Roll wraps, place in a pan, top with cheese, and bake 10 minutes.
- Healthy version: Use whole-wheat tortillas or substitute turkey for beef.
If you’d like, I can also give you:
✅ A make-ahead freezer version
✅ A one-pan skillet wrap filling
✅ A low-carb lettuce-wrap version
Just tell me!
