The secret to a better veggie wrap? Lifeway Farmer Cheese. It’s high in protein, full of live probiotics, and makes the savory tomato spread used in this Easy Protein Veggie Wrap recipe extra special.
Filled with fresh flavor and an irresistible crunch from veggies, this easy wrap recipe delivers a feel-good lunch that keeps you energized all afternoon and is great on the go. And since it’s made with Lifeway Farmer Cheese, you can be sure this meal is packed with wholesome goodness and is one you’ll want to put on repeat week after week.
For even more staying power, pack up a bottle of Lifeway Muscles Mates to go along with this wrap before you head out the door. Powered with Lifeway Kefir’s signature probiotics, plus whey protein and creatine for optimal brain, muscle, and gut support, Muscle Mates is our way of providing you with a functional nutrition drink that tastes delicious with no added sugar and no artificial ingredients. It’s an excellent choice to make when you want a little more protein than our regular kefir, or you just want to dip your toes into including creatine in your routine if you haven’t already (here’s why you should consider doing so!).
Either way, this Easy Protein Veggie Wrap with Lifeway Farmer Cheese is a solid savory lunch recipe that’s packed with nutrition your body will thank you for. Get the recipe below, then head to a store near you or shop online to find our products near you. Want more recipe ideas? We’ve got plenty right here.
The Benefits of Cultured Dairy for Better Health:
Research continues to show the importance of eating healthy foods, including cultured dairy such as kefir, for better gut health, a strong immune system, and to support the microbiome. Fermented foods like kefir hold important value in this line of research due to the link between the gut-brain axis and overall health.
Specifically, kefir has been shown to help diversify the microbiome, support the digestive system, reduce inflammation, support healthier blood sugar levels, and improve satiety since the bioavailable protein it contains triggers the release of GLP-1. Lifeway Kefir also contains a variety of nutrients that are vital for healthy bones and overall health including vitamins D3, K, and B 12 along with calcium and potassium. Along with our kefir, we also offer our creamy, cultured Lifeway Farmer Cheese, a high protein cheese made with live and active cultures to support a healthy microbiome that’s easy to spread and contains no added salt or sugar.
Prep Time: 20 mins Servings: 2-3Ingredients
Savory Tomato Spread:
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/8 tsp. kosher salt
- dash or two of black pepper
- 1/4 tsp. Italian herbs
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2-3 tsp. red wine vinegar
Fillings:
- 1 1/2 cups baby spinach
- 1 small tomato, sliced
- 1 small cucumber, julienned
- 1 small avocado, pitted and thinly sliced
- 1/4 an onion, thinly sliced (we used red onion)
Other:
- 1 cup Farmer Cheese
- 2-3 lavash wraps or gluten-free wraps of choice
Directions
- Prepare the Savory Tomato Spread: Add the sun-dried tomatoes, olive oil, salt, pepper, Italian herbs, garlic, and red wine vinegar to a food processor, then blend until completely puréed. Add 1 cup of Lifeway Farmer Cheese and blend again until fully incorporated.
- Assemble the wraps: Divide mixture from step 1 onto the insides of 2-3 wraps of choice; how many it makes will depend on the size of the wraps. After the spread is dispersed between all the wraps, fill the center of each wrap with an equal portion of spinach, cucumbers, bell pepper, avocado, red onion, and tomato slices. Fold the wraps up and seal them up tightly. Tip: It helps to seal the ends by folding them under after you roll them up horizontally.
- Cut the wraps in half while holding each one carefully, then serve to enjoy or pack up in a lunchbox.
- *Serve this recipe with Lifeway Muscle Mates for more protein and probiotics!
