Here’s a quick and delicious recipe for Cheesy Ground Beef Tortilla Wraps — perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep!
🌯 Cheesy Ground Beef Tortilla Wraps
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese blend
- 4 large flour tortillas
- ½ cup salsa or diced tomatoes
- Optional toppings: lettuce, sour cream, avocado, jalapeños
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Beef
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula.
- Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add onion, garlic, chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Cook 3–4 more minutes until onions are soft and spices are fragrant.
2️⃣ Assemble the Wraps
- Warm tortillas in a pan or microwave for 10–15 seconds.
- Place a scoop of the cooked beef mixture on each tortilla.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the beef while it’s hot so it melts slightly.
- Add optional toppings: lettuce, salsa, avocado, sour cream, or jalapeños.
3️⃣ Roll and Serve
- Fold in the sides and roll the tortilla tightly.
- Serve immediately, or wrap in foil for lunch on the go.
✨ Tips
- Extra cheesy: Add a slice of cheese before rolling and press in a hot skillet for a crispy, melty finish.
- Meal prep: These wraps store well in the fridge for 2–3 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave.
- Spicy variation: Add hot sauce or diced green chilies to the beef mixture.
If you want, I can also give a baked version with gooey cheese on top that’s more like a casserole but still uses tortillas.