Cheesy Beef Pita Wrap

Juicy, seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and fresh veggies wrapped in warm pita or flatbread — a comforting, handheld meal you can customize for any diet!



🧾 Base Version (Classic Recipe)

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450g) lean ground beef (90/10 or leaner)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 small green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp chili powder or taco seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2–3 pita breads or naan rounds
  • Optional: hot sauce, fresh cilantro, jalapeño slices

Instructions:

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook beef and onion until browned; drain fat.
  2. Add bell pepper, garlic powder, chili powder, and salt/pepper. Cook 3–4 min.
  3. Stir in diced tomatoes and remove from heat.
  4. Warm pita or naan; spread with sour cream or Greek yogurt.
  5. Add beef mixture and top with cheese. Fold or wrap tightly in foil.
  6. Optional: broil or toast for 2–3 minutes for a melted, crispy edge.

🟦 Weight Watchers

SmartPoints (per wrap): ~7–9 (varies by brand)

Adjustments:

  • Use extra-lean ground beef (96% lean) or ground turkey.
  • Replace pita with low-carb or WW whole wheat wrap.
  • Use reduced-fat cheese and fat-free Greek yogurt.
  • Cook with olive oil spray instead of oil or butter.
  • Use sugar-free taco seasoning to reduce sodium.

Tip: Add shredded lettuce and salsa for more volume — 0 points!


🔴 Slimming

Syns (per wrap): ~3–4 syns (depending on cheese and wrap choice)

Adjustments:

  • Use extra-lean ground beef (5% fat) — Free Food.
  • Use Frylight spray instead of oil — 0 syns.
  • Count cheese as Healthy Extra A.
  • Count wholemeal pita or wrap as Healthy Extra B.
  • Swap sour cream for fat-free Greek yogurt — Free Food.

SW Tip: Add mushrooms, peppers, or spinach to make it more filling and colorful without extra syns.


💪 High-Protein

Macros (per wrap):

  • Calories: ~340
  • Protein: 38g
  • Carbs: 22g
  • Fat: 10g

Adjustments:

  • Use lean beef or ground chicken breast.
  • Add ½ scoop unflavored whey protein to the beef mixture while cooking (stir in 2 tbsp water to blend).
  • Use high-protein pita or wrap (like Mission Protein Wrap).
  • Mix Greek yogurt + cottage cheese as a protein-rich sauce.
  • Top with egg whites or melted cheese for extra protein.

Tip: Serve with roasted veggies or protein chips for a power meal.


🥑 Keto

Macros (per wrap):

  • Calories: ~410
  • Protein: 34g
  • Fat: 28g
  • Net Carbs: 6g

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef (80–85%)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1 cup shredded full-fat cheese (cheddar or pepper jack)
  • ¼ cup sour cream or cream cheese
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning (no sugar)
  • ½ cup diced tomato + ¼ cup bell pepper
  • Low-carb pita (like Joseph’s Lavash or almond-flour wrap)

Instructions:

  1. Brown beef in olive oil, drain excess fat.
  2. Stir in seasoning, tomatoes, and peppers.
  3. Add cream cheese; stir until creamy and thick.
  4. Fill low-carb pita or wrap, add shredded cheese, and fold.
  5. Toast or air-fry for 3–5 minutes for a cheesy crust.

Tip: Drizzle with avocado crema (avocado + sour cream + lime) for richness.


🌯 Serving Ideas

  • WW/SW: Serve with salad or roasted veggies.
  • High-Protein: Add a boiled egg or protein smoothie on the side.
  • Keto: Serve with guacamole or cauliflower rice.

🧊 Storage

  • Fridge: Up to 4 days (wrap in foil)
  • Freezer: Up to 2 months (reheat in skillet or oven)
  • Meal Prep: Keep fillings separate; assemble fresh for best texture