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Big Mac Lettuce Wrap Cups


  • Author: mia-harper
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low-Carb

Description

A low-carb twist on the classic Big Mac, featuring seasoned beef and a homemade special sauce wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb Ground beef
  • 4 large Lettuce leaves
  • 1 Onion, chopped
  • 4 Pickles, sliced
  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Special sauce (mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickle juice, garlic powder)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Mix the special sauce by combining mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickle juice, and garlic powder in a bowl.
  3. Assemble the cups with a large lettuce leaf as a base, topping with cooked beef, chopped onion, pickles, cheddar cheese, and the special sauce.
  4. Serve immediately while warm and crisp.

Notes

Use sturdy lettuce like romaine or iceberg to prevent breakage. Customize with toppings like jalapeños for added spice.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg