Taco Lettuce Wraps with Cheddar

By trishg

chef's knife
colander
cutting board
garlic press (optional)
grater
measuring cups
measuring spoons
mixing bowls
salad spinner (optional)
stainless steel or cast iron skillet
stirring spoon

Ingredients

• 1 head butter (Boston) lettuce
• ¼ (8 oz) block
• cheddar cheese
• 1 clove garlic
• ½ pint grape tomatoes
• ½ small bunch
• green onions (scallions)
• ¾ lb lean ground beef
• ½ medium yellow onion
• black pepper
• chili powder
• cumin
• salt
• virgin coconut oil

Details

Servings 2
Cooking time 40mins

Preparation

Step 1

1. Wash and dry the fresh produce (skip the lettuce until the next step).
½ pint grape tomatoes
½ small bunch green onions (scallions)

2. Trim off and discard the root end of the lettuce; separate the leaves, then wash and dry them. Transfer to a plate.
1 head butter (Boston) lettuce

3. Trim off and discard the ends of the green onions; cut the onions crosswise into ¼-inch pieces at an angle and transfer to a small bowl.

4. Quarter the grape tomatoes and transfer to a small bowl.

5. Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat.

6. Trim off and discard the ends of the onion and remove the outer layer; small dice the onion (cut into ¼-inch pieces).
½ medium yellow onion

7. Once the skillet is hot, add coconut oil and swirl to coat the bottom.
½ tbsp virgin coconut oil

8. Add the onion to the skillet; cook, stirring frequently, until softened, 3 to 4 minutes.

9. Trim off and discard the root end of the garlic; peel and mince or press the garlic.
1 clove garlic

10. Add the garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to the onion; stir until fragrant, 15 to 30 seconds.
½ tbsp chili powder
½ tsp cumin
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper

11. Add the ground beef to the skillet and; cook, breaking apart with a spoon, until browned and crumbly, 4 to 5 minutes.
¾ lb lean ground beef

12. Coarsely grate ½ cup of cheddar.
¼ (8 oz) block cheddar cheese

13. To serve, double up the lettuce leaves and fill with the ground beef mixture, tomatoes, cheddar, and green onions. Alternatively, combine all of the ingredients in a bowl to make a salad. Enjoy!