These wraps with ground beef are delicious, nutritious and incredibly easy to make! Filled with seasoned ground beef, colorful vegetables and beans, they’re perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. And the best part? It’s on the table in just 30 minutes!
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
We have wraps for dinner almost every week. They’re delicious and so easy to prepare! Plus switching up the filling is the easiest thing ever. I went with ground beef wraps this time but included lots of vegetables and beans. Not complicated but so tasty!
Recipe Ingredients
While it is super easy to swap ingredients for this recipe, this is what I used! As always be sure to double-check the exact ingredients in the recipe card below.
- ground beef – you can also choose pork or chicken for the meat. Both work fine.
- tomatoes – I used about one can of diced tomatoes
- chili beans – I used chili beans but you can also use kidney beans if you prefer
- onions and garlic – form the base of the mixture
- spices – cumin, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes. If you don’t like it a bit spicy you can leave out the pepper flakes.
- corn – I added some canned sweet corn which is delicious in this mix
- flour tortillas – I use the large size for 6 servings. You can also go for smaller and serve more.
How to Make Ground Beef Wraps
As I mentioned, making these wraps couldn’t be easier. You can use your favorite brand of store-bought flour tortillas or choose whole wheat tortillas for some extra fiber. You can also make your own if you want!
Start by browning the ground beef, then add the vegetables, beans, tomatoes and seasonings. Let everything simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to come together.
Meanwhile, prepare a fresh salad to serve inside the wraps or on the side, whichever you prefer. And that’s it! Dinner is ready.
Mexican Inspired Ground Beef Wraps
If you love wraps as much as I do, you should definitely try my crispy chicken tacos, chicken fajitas or this easy taco bowl.
Ground Beef Wraps with Vegetables
One of my favorite things about this recipe is how colorful it is. All those fresh vegetables make these wraps look just as good as they taste!
I also love serving everything separately so everyone can assemble their own wraps at the table. It’s such a fun and relaxed way to enjoy dinner.
Personally, I like to go all out and fill my tortilla with the seasoned ground beef mixture, fresh salad, a generous spoonful of sour cream and some shredded cheese. Maximum flavor in every bite!
FAQ Ground Beef Wraps
Can I make these ground beef wraps ahead of time?
Yes! You can prepare the ground beef filling up to 2 days in advance and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. When you’re ready to eat, simply reheat the filling in a skillet or microwave and assemble the wraps. I recommend making the avocado salad fresh, as avocado tends to brown after cutting.
What kind of tortillas work best for ground beef wraps?
Large flour tortillas are my favorite because they’re soft, flexible, and easy to fold around the filling. Whole wheat tortillas are another great option if you want some extra fiber. You can also use corn tortillas, although they’re usually smaller and more likely to break when folded. Warm the tortillas briefly before filling them to make them easier to handle.
How do I keep my ground beef wraps from getting soggy?
The trick is to avoid adding too much liquid. If the ground beef mixture looks watery after simmering, let it cook uncovered for a few extra minutes until the sauce thickens. You can also serve the fresh avocado salad on the side rather than inside the wraps. Assemble the wraps just before serving for the best texture.
Can I use a different type of meat?
Absolutely! Ground turkey or ground chicken works just as well in this recipe. Since both are generally leaner than ground beef, you might need a little extra olive oil when cooking. You can also make a vegetarian version by replacing the beef with extra beans, lentils, or a plant-based ground meat alternative.
Ingredients
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 500 gram ground beef
- 2 bell peppers (different colors, diced)
- 400 gram diced tomatoes (canned)
- 400 gram chili beans (canned)
- 100 gram sweet corn (canned, drained)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 6 large flour tortillas
- Olive oil (salt, and black pepper, to taste)
- Optional: shredded cheese and sour cream
- 1 cucumber
- 1 tomato
- 1 avocado
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt (to taste)
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes or black pepper
INSTRUCTIONS (how to make this recipe):
- Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté for a few minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked.
- Add the diced bell peppers, canned tomatoes, chili beans, corn, cumin, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, and dried basil. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir everything together and let simmer for 5–10 minutes, allowing the flavors to develop.
- Meanwhile, prepare the salad. Dice the cucumber, tomato, and avocado into small pieces. Combine them in a bowl with the lemon juice, salt, and red pepper flakes or black pepper, if using. Toss gently to combine.
- Divide the ground beef mixture evenly among the flour tortillas. Top with shredded cheese and sour cream, if desired. Add some of the fresh avocado salad to each wrap, or serve it on the side.
- Fold the tortillas around the filling and enjoy!
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