Jul 14 2026
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Double Cheesy Cheese Pressed Protein Lettuce Sour Cream Pinto Beans Recipe

Inspired by Taco Kat
Time30m
Serves4

Make Double Cheesy Cheese Pressed Protein Lettuce Sour Cream Pinto Beans Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Lettuce Wraps

Pinto Beans Mixture

Sour Cream Topping

Method

Prepare the Pinto Beans

  1. 1

    Cook the Beans

    In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the canned pinto beans (drained and rinsed) to the pan.

  2. 2

    Season the Beans

    Sprinkle in the chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and cook for about 5 minutes until heated through.

Prepare the Cheese Mixture

  1. 3

    Mix the Cheeses

    In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and shredded mozzarella cheese. Mix until well blended and smooth.

Assemble the Lettuce Wraps

  1. 4

    Layer Ingredients

    Take a romaine lettuce leaf and add a spoonful of the pinto bean mixture followed by a generous dollop of the cheese mixture on top.

  2. 5

    Add Sour Cream

    Top the cheese mixture with a spoonful of sour cream and sprinkle with chopped chives if desired.

Serve

  1. 6

    Enjoy Your Wraps

    Serve the double cheesy cheese pressed protein lettuce wraps immediately and enjoy!

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