Chicken Free Pumpkin Seed Crunch Grass-Fed Beef Lettuce Cups
These lettuce cups are the kind of meal that looks impressive on a platter but comes together with surprisingly little fuss. Crisp butter lettuce cradles a warmly spiced grass-fed beef filling — ginger, turmeric, and coconut aminos layering up into something deeply savory with a subtle tang from apple cider vinegar. Diced zucchini adds a little body and freshness, while the toasted pumpkin seeds on top bring a satisfying crunch that makes every bite feel complete. The whole thing is naturally free from poultry, so there's no swapping or substituting required — just straightforward ingredients that do exactly what you want them to do. Coconut aminos stand in beautifully for soy-based sauces, giving you that umami depth without any of the usual additives. A squeeze of lime and a handful of cilantro at the end brighten everything up and make the flavors pop. Whether you're feeding a crowd or just meal-prepping for the week, this one is easy to scale and even easier to devour straight from the lettuce cup.
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4 servings
For the pumpkin seed crunch
- ½ cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- ¼ tsp sea salt
For the beef
- 2 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil
- 1 lb grass-fed ground beef
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 medium zucchini, finely diced
- 2 green onions (green tops only), thinly sliced
For serving
- 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat a small dry skillet over medium heat. Add the pumpkin seeds and toast, stirring frequently, until they begin to pop and turn golden, about 4–5 minutes. Watch closely, as they can brown quickly. Remove from heat, toss with 1/4 tsp sea salt, and set aside.
- 2
Heat the garlic-infused olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the diced zucchini and cook, stirring occasionally, until just softened, about 3 minutes.
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