Colorful Veggie Rainbow Wraps with Hummus
These vibrant wraps fill soft tortillas with crunchy rainbow vegetables and creamy hummus, making a fun, nutritious lunch for kids. This Mediterranean-inspired kid-friendly recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 15 minutes, pairs large whole wheat tortillas, hummus, carrot, julienned for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 large whole wheat tortillas
- 1/2 cup hummus
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/2 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 cup baby spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup shredded purple cabbage
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Instructions
- Step 1: Lay 1 of the 4 large whole wheat tortillas flat on a clean surface and spread 2 tbsp of creamy hummus evenly over the center, leaving about 1 inch from the edges.
- Step 2: Arrange a handful of 1 cup baby spinach leaves over the hummus, followed by 1/4 cup shredded purple cabbage, 1/4 medium carrot julienned, 1/4 medium red bell pepper thinly sliced, and 2 tbsp thinly sliced cucumber in a colorful line down the center of the tortilla.
- Step 3: Carefully fold in the sides of the tortilla and tightly roll it up from the bottom to the top, encasing all the vegetables.
- Step 4: Repeat steps 1-3 for the remaining tortillas and filling ingredients.
- Step 5: Slice each wrap diagonally in half and serve immediately or wrap individually for lunchboxes.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Colorful Veggie Rainbow Wraps with Hummus take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Colorful Veggie Rainbow Wraps with Hummus?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep large whole wheat tortillas from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Colorful Veggie Rainbow Wraps with Hummus?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Colorful Veggie Rainbow Wraps with Hummus for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Colorful Veggie Rainbow Wraps with Hummus vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
