Juicy Mediterranean-seasoned ground beef, crisp vegetables, creamy feta sauce, and a sweet-spicy hot honey drizzle wrapped in warm flatbread. It’s flavorful, filling, and perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
Servings: 4 wraps
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
Mediterranean Ground Beef
1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef
1 tbsp olive oil
½ small red onion, finely diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp ground cumin
½ tsp Italian seasoning or dried thyme
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp red pepper flakes, optional
1 tbsp tomato paste
2 tbsp water or beef broth
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tsp fresh lemon juice
Garlic Hot Honey Feta Cream
¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp hot honey
½ tsp red pepper flakes, or to taste
1–2 tbsp water, as needed
Black pepper to taste
Wrap Fillings
4 large flour tortillas or Mediterranean flatbreads
1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
½ cup diced cucumber
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
¼ cup Kalamata olives, sliced
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Optional: sliced avocado
Optional: pickled red onions
For Finishing
Extra feta
Fresh parsley
Lemon wedges
Extra hot honey
Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Make the Garlic Hot Honey Feta Cream
Add feta, Greek yogurt, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice to a bowl.
Mash with a fork for a slightly chunky sauce, or blend until smooth and creamy.
Add hot honey and red pepper flakes.
Mix well.
Add 1–2 tablespoons of water if the sauce is too thick.
Taste and add black pepper. Add salt only if needed because feta is naturally salty.
Refrigerate while preparing the beef.
Tip: For a stronger sweet-spicy flavor, drizzle another little bit of hot honey over the finished wrap.
- Cook the Mediterranean Ground Beef
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add diced red onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.
Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
Add the ground beef.
Cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through.
Drain excess grease if necessary.
Stir in tomato paste, oregano, paprika, cumin, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Add 2 tablespoons of water or beef broth.
Cook for another 2–3 minutes, allowing the seasonings and tomato paste to coat the beef.
Turn off the heat and stir in parsley and lemon juice. - Warm the Wraps
Warm the tortillas or flatbreads in a dry skillet for 15–20 seconds per side.
This makes them softer and easier to roll without cracking.
- Assemble the Wraps
For each wrap:
Place a warm tortilla or flatbread on a clean surface.
Spread 2–3 tablespoons of garlic hot honey feta cream across the center.
Add about ¾ cup seasoned ground beef.
Add lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and Kalamata olives.
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and a little extra feta.
Drizzle with a small amount of hot honey.
5. Roll
Fold the sides of the tortilla inward.
Fold the bottom edge over the filling.
Roll tightly into a burrito-style wrap.
Place seam-side down.
For a crispy finish, place the wrap seam-side down in a lightly oiled skillet and cook for 1–2 minutes per side.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with:
Greek salad
Crispy roasted potatoes
Cucumber-tomato salad
Hummus
Tzatziki
Roasted vegetables
Lemon wedges
Extra feta and parsley
For meal prep, keep the beef, sauce, and vegetables separate and assemble the wraps just before eating.
Approximate Nutrition
Per wrap, depending on the tortilla, beef, and amount of sauce used:
Calories: 550–620
Protein: 32–38 g
Carbohydrates: 40–48 g
Fat: 27–32 g
Fiber: 4–6 g
Nut & Allergen Information
Nuts
No peanuts or tree nuts are used in this recipe.
Contains
Dairy: feta cheese and Greek yogurt
Wheat/gluten: regular flour tortillas or flatbreads
Does Not Typically Contain
Eggs
Fish
Shellfish
Peanuts
Tree nuts
Always check labels on tortillas, feta, yogurt, and packaged seasonings if preparing this for someone with a serious allergy.
Gluten-Free
Use certified gluten-free tortillas or flatbread.
Nut-Free
Yes, as written.
Dairy-Free
Use dairy-free feta and dairy-free Greek-style yogurt.
Egg-Free
Yes, as written, but check the tortilla label.
Easy Substitutions
Ground beef: Ground turkey, chicken, or lamb can be used.
Feta: Goat cheese can provide a similar tangy flavor.
Greek yogurt: Use sour cream or dairy-free yogurt.
Hot honey: Mix regular honey with a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes.
Flatbread: Use pita, naan, tortillas, or low-carb wraps.
Vegetables: Add roasted red peppers, shredded cabbage, spinach, or grilled zucchini.
Extra protein: Add chickpeas or a little grilled chicken alongside the beef.
Storage & Meal Prep
Beef
Store cooked beef in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days.
Feta Cream
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
Assembled Wraps
For best texture, don’t assemble the wraps too far in advance because the vegetables and sauce can make the bread soggy.
Freezing
The seasoned beef can be frozen for up to about 2–3 months. Freeze the beef separately rather than freezing the completed wrap with fresh vegetables and feta sauce.
Recipe Q&A
Q: Can I use ground turkey instead of beef?
Yes. Ground turkey works very well. Add a little extra olive oil if the turkey is very lean.
Q: Can I make the feta cream less spicy?
Absolutely. Reduce or omit the red pepper flakes and use regular honey instead of hot honey.
Q: Can I make it extra spicy?
Yes. Add more red pepper flakes, cayenne, or finely chopped jalapeño to the beef or feta sauce.
Q: Can I make the feta sauce ahead?
Yes. It can be prepared a day ahead and kept refrigerated.
Q: Can I use regular honey?
Yes. Add a pinch of chili flakes or cayenne to regular honey to create your own quick hot honey.
Q: Can I use chicken instead of beef?
Yes. Finely diced or ground chicken works beautifully with the same Mediterranean seasonings.
Q: What vegetables work best?
Cucumber, tomato, lettuce, red onion, olives, roasted peppers, and pickled onions are excellent choices.
Q: Can I make this low-carb?
Yes. Use a low-carb tortilla or lettuce wraps and reduce the amount of tomato paste and honey if desired.
Q: Can I make it gluten-free?
Yes. Simply use gluten-free wraps or serve the beef and toppings as a bowl.
Q: How can I increase the protein?
Use extra-lean ground beef, high-protein Greek yogurt, and a generous portion of feta. You can also add chickpeas or grilled chicken.
Q: Can I make these vegetarian?
Yes. Replace the beef with seasoned chickpeas, lentils, crumbled tofu, or a plant-based ground meat alternative.
Q: How do I keep the wrap from getting soggy?
Let the cooked beef cool slightly before assembling, drain juicy vegetables well, and don’t use too much sauce. For meal prep, keep the components separate.
Q: Can I toast the finished wrap?
Yes. Toast it seam-side down in a skillet for 1–2 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
Q: What makes this wrap Mediterranean?
The combination of olive oil, oregano, garlic, cumin, feta, Greek yogurt, lemon, Kalamata olives, fresh vegetables, and herbs gives it a Mediterranean-inspired flavor profile.
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