Vibrant Veggie & Hummus Healthy Wrap

• 2 large whole wheat or gluten-free tortilla wraps
• 1/2 cup creamy hummus (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 medium carrot, peeled and julienned
• 1/2 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup baby spinach leaves, washed and dried
• 1/4 cup red cabbage, shredded
• 1/4 avocado, sliced
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)

Instructions

1. Lay out the tortilla wraps flat on a clean surface.
2. Spread about 1/4 cup of hummus evenly over each wrap, leaving about an inch border around the edges for easy rolling.
3. In a medium bowl, toss carrot, cucumber, red bell pepper, red cabbage, and spinach with the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until lightly coated and fresh.
4. Divide the veggie mixture evenly between the two wraps, arranging the veggies in a line down the center of each wrap.
5. Top each with sliced avocado and sprinkle the fresh cilantro or parsley if using.
6. Fold the sides of the wrap over the filling, then roll tightly from the bottom up to enclose the filling securely.
7. If desired, cut each wrap in half diagonally and secure with a toothpick for easy eating.
8. Serve immediately or wrap tightly in parchment paper and refrigerate for up to 4 hours for a fresh grab-and-go meal.

Chef tips

• Use gluten-free tortillas to make this recipe suitable for gluten-sensitive diets.
• Feel free to add a protein boost by including grilled chicken, turkey slices, or cooked chickpeas.
• To prevent sogginess, avoid adding wet ingredients like tomatoes or cucumbers too far ahead of time; add them just before serving.
• For extra flavor, swap regular hummus for roasted red pepper or garlic-flavored varieties.
• If fresh herbs aren’t available, dried oregano or basil can be sprinkled instead.