🌯 Mediterranean Tortilla Wraps with Ground Beef
These juicy, flavorful wraps are packed with seasoned ground beef, fresh veggies, and creamy sauce — perfect for a quick lunch or easy dinner. Mediterranean-inspired, fresh, and satisfying!
🌿 Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Beef Filling:
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500g (1 lb) ground beef
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 teaspoon cumin
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½ teaspoon dried oregano
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Salt & black pepper to taste
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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¼ cup water
For the Wraps:
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4 large flour tortillas (or whole wheat)
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1 cup shredded lettuce
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1 tomato, diced
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½ cucumber, diced
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¼ red onion, thinly sliced
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½ cup crumbled feta (optional)
Creamy Yogurt Sauce:
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1 cup plain Greek yogurt
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 small garlic clove, grated
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Salt & pepper
🔥 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Beef
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add onion and cook 2–3 minutes until soft.
Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
Add ground beef and cook until browned.
Stir in paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, and tomato paste.
Add water and simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
2️⃣ Make the Sauce
Mix yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
3️⃣ Assemble
Warm tortillas slightly.
Add beef mixture to the center.
Top with lettuce, tomato, cucumber, onion, feta, and drizzle with yogurt sauce.
Fold sides inward and roll tightly.
🔥 Optional Variations
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Add olives for extra Mediterranean flavor
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Use low-carb tortillas for fewer carbs
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Add sautéed mushrooms or spinach
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Make it spicy with chili flakes or harissa
🧮 Approximate Nutrition (Per Wrap)
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Calories: 450–500
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Protein: 28–32g
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Carbs: 30–35g (lower with low-carb tortillas)
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Fat: 25–30g
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I meal prep this?
Yes! Store beef separately and assemble fresh to prevent soggy wraps.
Q: Can I bake them?
Yes. Place rolled wraps seam-side down, brush lightly with olive oil, and bake at 190°C (375°F) for 10–12 minutes until crispy.
Q: Can I freeze the beef?
Absolutely. Cooked beef filling freezes well for up to 2 months.
