Pregnancy Friendly Pumpkin Seed Crunch Grass-Fed Beef Lettuce Cups

Total time30 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time15 min

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Pregnancy Friendly Pumpkin Seed Crunch Grass-Fed Beef Lettuce Cups

These lettuce cups are a genuinely craveable way to eat well when your body needs it most — savory, fresh, and satisfying without feeling heavy. Grass-fed ground beef is cooked all the way through to 160°F, which is exactly the safe internal temperature recommended during pregnancy, so there's no guesswork involved. The garlic-infused olive oil delivers that rich, aromatic base without using raw garlic, which can be easier on a sensitive stomach. Turmeric and fresh ginger add warmth and depth to the beef, while coconut aminos keep things flavorful without any soy. Zucchini gets folded right into the filling, making it easy to sneak in extra vegetables without anyone noticing. The toasted pumpkin seeds on top add a satisfying crunch along with a boost of plant-based minerals that are especially welcome right now. Served in cool, crisp butter lettuce leaves with a squeeze of lime, this one is as fun to eat as it is nourishing.

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Ingredients

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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