Veggie Wrap

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A loaded vegetable wrap with hummus, cucumber, tomato, sprouts, avocado, and feta — Mediterranean-inspired healthy lunch. The wrap format makes it portable; the hummus is the moisture barrier that keeps it from going soggy.

Prep Time

11 min

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Cook Time

22 min

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Servings

2

Calories

212 cal

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Veggie Wrap — homemade American healthy recipe with tortilla, lettuce, tomato, 2 servings, ready in 33 minutes
Healthy
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servings
  • Tortilla1
  • Lettuce1 cups
  • Tomato1 medium
  • Cucumber½
  • Hummus½
  • Onion½ medium
  • Mayonnaise1 ½ tbsp
  • Salt½ tsp
  • Black Pepper¼ tsp

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Ingredients

Makes 2 servings · Use the Servings Scaler above to adjust

  • Tortilla1
  • Lettuce1 cups
  • Tomato1 medium
  • Cucumber0.5
  • Hummus0.5
  • Onion0.5 medium
  • Mayonnaise1.5 tbsp
  • Salt0.5 tsp
  • Black Pepper0.25 tsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Warm 4 large whole grain tortillas (or spinach tortillas) in a dry skillet for 20 seconds per side. Cold tortillas crack when rolled.

  2. 2

    Spread ¼ cup of hummus across each tortilla, going almost to the edges. The hummus is your moisture barrier and flavor base.

  3. 3

    Layer on each tortilla (lower half): a small handful of baby spinach or arugula, 4-5 thin slices of cucumber, 2-3 thin slices of tomato (lightly salted), 2 thin slices of red onion, ¼ avocado sliced.

  4. 4

    Add 2 tablespoons of crumbled feta, a small handful of alfalfa sprouts or microgreens, and a sprinkle of pumpkin or sunflower seeds for crunch.

  5. 5

    Drizzle with 1 teaspoon of olive oil, a squeeze of lemon juice, a few cranks of black pepper, and a sprinkle of fresh herbs (parsley or dill).

  6. 6

    Fold in the sides first, then roll tightly from the bottom. Slice diagonally and eat immediately, or wrap in parchment for a packed lunch (keeps 4 hours).

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💡 Expert Tips

  • 1.Warm the tortilla. Cold tortillas crack. Even a 20-second warm prevents tearing.
  • 2.Hummus as moisture barrier. Prevents the tortilla from absorbing vegetable juices.
  • 3.Pat cucumber dry. Cucumbers are 95% water. A quick paper towel press helps prevent soggy wraps.
  • 4.Salt the tomato. A pinch on the slices amplifies tomato flavor and pulls moisture before it can wet the wrap.

🔬 Why It Works

Vegetable wraps succeed when they have a moisture barrier (hummus), the vegetables are dried/salted before layering, and the wrap is rolled tightly. Each component contributes specifically: hummus for richness and flavor base, vegetables for crunch and freshness, feta for salt and substance, sprouts for delicate texture, seeds for nutty crunch, olive oil and lemon for brightness.

Frequently Asked Questions

Best hummus?
Homemade is ideal. Store-bought: Sabra, Cedar's, or any classic plain. Roasted red pepper hummus is great for variety. Avoid weird flavored versions.
Can I add protein?
Yes — grilled chicken, falafel, hard-boiled egg, or extra cheese. Each adds substance for a more filling wrap.
Best tortillas?
Whole wheat (whole grain), spinach tortillas (mild flavor, green color), tomato basil tortillas. Avoid white tortillas — less flavor, fewer nutrients.
Can I meal-prep?
Assemble and wrap tightly in parchment. Refrigerate up to 24 hours. Best within 8 hours — past that, the lettuce wilts.

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (recipe makes 2 servings)

Calories212kcal
Protein18g
Carbohydrates6g
Fat11g
Fiber9g
Sugar33g

* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.

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