Low Carb Burger Lettuce Wraps - The Girl on Bloor (2024)

The best lettuce for wraps

Are burger lettuce wraps healthy?

Burger lettuce wraps are definitely a healthier option since you’re using lettuce instead of hamburger buns, but it all depends on what you add to them. As long as you don’t go crazy with the unhealthy toppings, these burger wraps should still be fairly healthy.

How do you wrap the burger?

Since Boston leaf lettuce basically forms ‘cups’ for all your fillings, you don’t have to worry about any fancy wrapping. Just add the patty and toppings to the lettuce leaves and enjoy.

How many carbs are in this recipe?

Boston lettuce has a carb count of 2.9 grams of carbs per 100g of lettuce. In comparison, hamburger buns have about 29 grams of carbs. If you use Boston lettuce for this recipe, you're looking at about 7 grams of carbs – which is significantly less than if you were to make burgers in the traditional buns!

What should you serve on the side?

I find that these lettuce burgers are plenty filling on your own, but if you’re looking for side dish ideas, you can’t go wrong with some sweet potato fries or even In N Out animal style fries if you’re feeling indulgent. You could also keep things simple and just serve this recipe with veggies and dip or kettle chips.

How many lettuce leaves do you need per burger?

The number of leaves you need really depends on the kind of lettuce you use. I typically use Boston leaf lettuce, which means I only need one leaf per burger, but if you’re using romaine or iceberg lettuce, you might want to use two to form a lettuce ‘bun’ on either side. It’s totally up to you!

Storing and reheating

You can store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days. I recommend storing the lettuce, sauce and filling separately so the lettuce doesn't get soggy. When you're ready to enjoy your lettuce burger, warm up your patties in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes or in a pan on the stovetop, then assemble your lettuce wraps with all the fixings and dig in!

Freezing the beef patties

You can’t freeze lettuce wraps, but you can freeze the beef patties! Stack them with a small piece of wax or parchment paper in between each patty to ensure they don’t stick together. Place the stack inside of an airtight container or freezer bag and freeze them for up to 3 months. You can then cook them straight from frozen on the grill or in a pan on the stovetop.

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