Philly Cheesesteak Lettuce Wraps

These savory Philly cheesesteak lettuce wraps are made with tender sliced roast beef, fresh peppers and onions, and melted provolone cheese covered in a delicious sauce. Best of all, they’re crazy easy to make.

As I’m writing this, it’s pouring rain outside. It’s the kind of day when you just want to curl up and enjoy some rainy day comfort food, like a mouthwatering Philly cheesesteak.

This popular fast food combo originated in Philadelphia, hence the name “Philly” cheesesteak. It’s famous for its hoagie (as long, crusty rolls are called in Philly) and thin slices of beefsteak covered in melted cheese. However, I wanted to make a low-carb version and update several of the ingredients to make the recipe quick and easy.

First, my special sauce is made with a blend of sugar free ketchup and avocado mayo.

Second, I use tender thin-sliced roast beef in place of steak.

And I skip the hoagie and serve all this deliciousness in a crisp lettuce wrap.

You can either roll up the cheese and meat with iceberg lettuce. Or you can fill sweet, buttery Boston lettuce cups as I did in the picture below.

Just pick them up and eat them like you would a taco.

Gather all your ingredients because this recipe comes together fast.

Ingredients

• Extra-virgin olive oil – This is a healthy and aromatic oil to sauté the veggies in.
• Green pepper, onion, and garlic – These are the savory and slightly sweet veggies for the wrap’s filling. 
• Roast beef – Thinly sliced and cooked until tender, roast beef delivers a rich and meaty taste that complements the other ingredients perfectly.
• Salt and pepper – A pinch of salt and a dash of pepper are the basic seasonings for enhancing the flavors of the Philly cheesesteak wrap.
• Provolone – This is a popular cheese for this recipe. You can go with whichever cheese you prefer.
• Avocado mayo – Mayonnaise has very little carbs, but we need to watch out for hidden sugar. I always recommend nutritious sugar-free avocado oil mayonnaise from Primal Kitchen. You can go with whichever mayo you prefer.
• Sugar free ketchup – Primal Kitchen also has an unsweetened ketchup which is very good. Again, you can go with your favorite ketchup.
• Lettuce – Crisp and refreshing leafy greens are used as a low-carb alternative to traditional bread in these Philly cheesesteak wraps.

Instructions

*Free printable recipe card is available at the end of the post. 

First, prepare your sauce by mixing together equal amounts of mayo and ketchup. Cover and set aside.

Sauté peppers and onions in olive oil until they are just beginning to brown. Add some minced garlic and cook for another minute. Then transfer to a dish and set aside.

Now in the same pan, heat your roast beef, season with salt and pepper, divide into individual portions, and top with cheese.

O.K. We’re in the home stretch.

Wash and dry your lettuce leaves. Be gentle so that your lettuce doesn’t tear.

For lettuce cups, spread some of your sauce on your lettuce. Scoop up the cooked meat with cheese and place in lettuce cups. Top with veggies and enjoy.

Or for an easy on-the-go wrap, place two overlapping lettuce leaves on parchment paper. Spread some sauce onto the lettuce. Add your cheesesteak and veggies.

Now roll as tightly as you can, tucking the ends of the lettuce inside. Then tightly roll your parchment paper around the lettuce wrap. Fold both ends, tucking the paper in. Cut horizontally into two parts with a sharp serrated knife.

Pro tips and recipe notes

• I find sliced roast beef easy to eat with this recipe. You could go with traditional thin-sliced ribeye steak if you prefer. Your butcher could slice it for you on their meat-slicer.
• Today I’ve used provolone cheese. You could also go with cheddar or whichever cheese you prefer.
• You can go with crunchy iceberg lettuce, sweet buttery Boston lettuce, larger green leaf, or whichever type of lettuce you like.
• I love the taste of the simple Russian dressing style sauce in this recipe. If you like it spicier, instead of ketchup, mix in about 4-5 drops of Tabasco sauce with your mayo.
• Can I prepare the filling in advance? Yes, you can prepare the filling ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. When you’re ready to enjoy your lettuce wraps, simply reheat the filling and assemble.
• How can I enhance the flavor of the filling? You can experiment with different spices like red pepper flakes, oregano, or even a dash of Worcestershire sauce to elevate the taste.
• What are some optional toppings or condiments to add? You can garnish your low carb Philly cheesesteak lettuce wraps with sliced avocado, diced tomatoes, sautéed mushrooms, or a drizzle of sugar-free barbecue sauce.
• If you don’t have avocado mayo, you can use regular mayonnaise. I like this avocado mayo as it’s sugar free and tastes delicious.
• Can I serve low carb Philly cheesesteak lettuce wraps at parties? Yes, they make fantastic party appetizers or finger foods. Arrange the lettuce wraps on a platter, and your guests can customize their fillings with various toppings, making it a crowd-pleasing and healthy option for gatherings.

I can’t wait for you to try this. Happy cooking!

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Philly Cheesesteak Lettuce Wraps

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Indulge in these Philly cheesesteaks made with thin sliced roast beef in place of steak and tossed with peppers and onions, topped with real cheese (no cheese whiz here) and a special Russian dressing style sauce. Yum.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword lettuce wraps, Philly cheesesteak

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 7 minutes minutes

Total Time 12 minutes minutes

Servings 2

Calories 218kcal

Author Barbara Bianchi

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 green pepper sliced
• 1/2 onion sliced
• 1 tablespoon garlic minced
• 1/4 pound roast beef sliced thin Boar's Head is gluten free
• 2 slices cheese I used provolone
• 1 tablespoon avocado mayo
• 1 tablespoon sugar-free ketchup
• lettuce

Instructions

• Prepare sauce to spread on each wrap by mixing together mayo and ketchup in a small bowl.
  1 tablespoon avocado mayo, 1 tablespoon sugar-free ketchup
• Saute peppers and onions in olive oil for 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1/2 green pepper sliced, 1/2 onion sliced, 1 tablespoon garlic minced
• Heat roast beef in the same pan for just about one minute. You don't want to overcook it.
  1/4 pound roast beef sliced thin
• Separate into individual portions and top with cheese to melt. Remove from the heat.
  2 slices cheese I used provolone
• Wash and dry your lettuce leaves. Be gentle so that your lettuce doesn't tear.
• For lettuce cups, spread some of your sauce on your lettuce. Scoop up the cooked meat with cheese and place in lettuce cups. Top with veggies. Then just pick them up and eat like you would a taco.
• Or for an easy on-the-go wrap, layout two overlapping lettuce leaves on parchment paper. Spread some sauce onto the lettuce. Add your cheesesteak and veggies.
• Now roll as tightly as you can tucking the ends of the lettuce inside. Then tightly roll your parchment paper around the lettuce wrap. Fold both ends tucking the paper in. Cut horizontally into two parts with a sharp serrated knife.
• Tear off a little paper at a time as you enjoy eating your wrap.

Notes

• I find sliced roast beef easy to eat with this recipe. You could go with traditional thin-sliced ribeye steak if you prefer. Your butcher could slice it for you on their meat-slicer.
• Today I've used provolone cheese. You could also go with cheddar or whichever cheese you prefer.
• You can go with crunchy iceberg lettuce, sweet buttery Boston lettuce, larger green leaf, or whichever type of lettuce you like.
• I love the taste of the simple Russian dressing style sauce in this recipe. If you like it spicier, instead of ketchup, mix in about 4-5 drops of Tabasco sauce with your mayo.
• Can I prepare the filling in advance? Yes, you can prepare the filling ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. When you're ready to enjoy your lettuce wraps, simply reheat the filling and assemble.
• How can I enhance the flavor of the filling? You can experiment with different spices like red pepper flakes, oregano, or even a dash of Worcestershire sauce to elevate the taste.
• What are some optional toppings or condiments to add? You can garnish your low carb Philly cheesesteak lettuce wraps with sliced avocado, diced tomatoes, sautéed mushrooms, or a drizzle of sugar-free barbecue sauce.
• If you don’t have avocado mayo, you can use regular mayonnaise. I like this avocado mayo as it’s sugar free and tastes delicious.
• Can I serve low carb Philly cheesesteak lettuce wraps at parties? Yes, they make fantastic party appetizers or finger foods. Arrange the lettuce wraps on a platter, and your guests can customize their fillings with various toppings, making it a crowd-pleasing and healthy option for gatherings.

Nutrition

Calories: 218kcal | Carbohydrates: 9.6g

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