South Beach Diet Beef and Bean Lettuce Wraps

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 1

South Beach Diet Beef and Bean Lettuce Wraps Recipe

by The Chefin Healthy

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 teaspoon olive oil
	1/2 lb boneless beef top sirloin steak , cut into thin slices
	1/2 cup mild salsa
	1/2 cup water
	1 medium green bell pepper , cut into strips
	1 can black beans , drained and rinsed
	8 large lettuce leaves
	1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

210

Sugar

Fat

These South Beach Diet Beef and Bean Lettuce Wraps are a healthy and tasty twist on traditional wraps. Made with lean beef, black beans, and crisp lettuce leaves, they are a low-carb and protein-packed meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner. The recipe is easy to make and can be customized to suit your tastes - add some avocado or cilantro for extra flavor, or skip the cheese for a vegan version. Overall, these lettuce wraps are a great way to enjoy a satisfying meal without the heavy carbs and calories of a traditional wrap.

Instructions

1.	Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil; swirl to coat.
2.	Add beef; stir-fry 4 minutes or until browned. Add salsa, 1/2 cup water, pepper, and beans; bring to a simmer.
3.	Simmer 6 minutes or until sauce thickens and beef is cooked.
4.	Spoon beef mixture evenly onto lettuce leaves. Sprinkle with cheese. Roll up lettuce leaves tightly and serve.

PROS

These lettuce wraps are a delicious and healthy low-carb alternative to traditional wraps, such as tortillas or pita bread.

They are high in protein and fiber, thanks to the beef and black beans, making them satisfying and filling.

CONS

This recipe is relatively high in sodium, due to the salsa and canned black beans.

If you are watching your sodium intake, you may need to adjust the amounts used or use lower-sodium versions of the ingredients.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is a great way to get a healthy dose of protein and fiber, both of which are important for maintaining overall health.
The beef is a great source of iron, while the black beans provide a vegetarian-friendly source of protein and fiber.
The lettuce leaves also add some vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin K and folate.