Festive Red and Green Holiday Veggie Wraps
Colorful wraps filled with crisp bell peppers, creamy avocado, and a tangy yogurt herb spread for a kid-friendly Christmas snack. This general-inspired sandwiches & wraps (vegetarian) ready in about 15 minutes pairs large flour tortillas, plain Greek yogurt, finely chopped fresh parsley 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 flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp, finely chopped fresh chives
- 1, julienned red bell pepper
- 1, julienned green bell pepper
- 1, sliced ripe avocado
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt with 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley, 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Step 2: Lay out 4 large flour tortillas flat on a clean surface.
- Step 3: Spread about 2 tbsp of the yogurt herb mixture evenly over each tortilla.
- Step 4: Divide 1 julienned red bell pepper, 1 julienned green bell pepper, 1/2 cup shredded carrots, and slices from 1 ripe avocado evenly among the tortillas, arranging them in rows down the center.
- Step 5: Fold in the sides of each tortilla and roll tightly from one end to the other to form wraps.
- Step 6: Slice each wrap diagonally into 3 pieces and serve immediately for a fresh, crunchy holiday snack.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Festive Red and Green Holiday Veggie Wraps 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 Festive Red and Green Holiday Veggie Wraps?
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 flour tortillas from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Festive Red and Green Holiday Veggie Wraps?
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 Festive Red and Green Holiday Veggie Wraps 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 Festive Red and Green Holiday Veggie Wraps 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.