Mediterranean Lettuce Wraps
Overview
Mary Edwards was awarded 3rd place in our 2024 recipe contest for her Mediterranean Lettuce Wraps! Mary's dish is a refreshing and wholesome take on Mediterranean flavors, showcasing a light yet satisfying appetizer. Crisp romaine lettuce leaves serve as the perfect base, filled with a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables, your choice of protein, and the bold, rich taste of Bella Sun Luci Sun Dried Tomatoes. Bursting with zesty, bright flavors, these wraps are ideal for a nutritious lunch, dinner, or snack. Congratulations again to Mary for her outstanding creation!
Serves: 6
Bella Products Used:
Julienne Cut Sun Dried Tomatoes in Premium Oil with Italian Herbs 8.5 oz
California Vinaigrette with Sweet Oranges and Wildflower Honey
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon oil from jar of Bella Sun Luci Sun Dried Tomatoes in Premium Olive Oil
- 1 pound lean ground meat
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- ⅓ cup chopped Bella Sun Luci Julienne Cut Sun Dried Tomatoes in Premium Olive Oil
- ⅓ cup capers
- ⅓ cup Castelvetrano olives, chopped
- 2 teaspoons chili pasta
- ⅓ cup pine nuts lightly toasted in oil from Bella Sun Luci Sun Dried Tomatoes
- ¼ cup Bella Sun Luci California Vinaigrette with Sweet Oranges and Wildflower Honey
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons Italian parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons green onion, chopped
- 1 head romaine lettuce
Directions
- Heat oil in a large skillet.
- Brown the meat of your choice.
- Stir in the garlic, Bella Sun Luci chopped Sun Dried Tomatoes, capers, olives, chili paste, toasted pine nuts, vinaigrette, and orange zest.
- Add salt and stir in parsley and green onions just before serving with lettuce leaves to make wraps.