Description

These turkey and vegetable wraps are a simple, budget-friendly meal that combines lean protein with a variety of vegetables for a balanced and satisfying option. Wrapped in whole wheat tortillas, they provide a convenient way to include nutrient-rich ingredients in everyday meals to support nutritional health.

tortilla wrapped with vegetables in the middle and sliced carrots on the side on a white plate. Yellow silverware on the side.
Level: Easy Prep: 30 minutes Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • ½ cup ground turkey
  • ¼ cup carrots
  • ¼ cup green beans
  • 2 diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons spaghetti sauce
  • ½ cup shredded cheese
  • 4 whole wheat tortillas, 12-inch
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Place the ground turkey in a deep skillet. Cook over medium heat with salt and pepper.
  2. Remove from fire. Add carrots and beans and mix. Check salt and spice and add more if needed.
  3. Divide into four equal portions.
  4. Place the tortillas on a plate.
  5. Arrange tomato slices in a row and spoon the turkey-veggie mix.
  6. Add spaghetti sauce over the filling.
  7. Fold the sides of the tortilla and roll it up.
  8. Repeat this with the remaining tortillas.

Variations Serving Suggestions:

Add any vegetables, including salad vegetables, or substitute pre-cooked cold meat for a no-cook wrap recipe

 

Nutrition Facts

4 servings per recipe
Serving size: 1 serving
Calories 399.9 per serving

Contents % Daily Value
Total Fat 14.9g 19%
Saturated Fat 7.5g 38%
Trans Fat 0.1g  
Cholesterol 55.6mg 19%
Sodium 943.3mg 41%
Total Carbohydrate 40.1g 15%
Dietary Fiber 7g 25%
Total Sugars 8.1g  
Incl. Added Sugars 2.8g 6%
Protein 20.9g  
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1%
Calcium 324.1mg 25%
Iron 3.4mg 19%
Potassium 713.1mg 15%
The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
 
Gastelum, A., Shaw, W. 2026, HiFiber Lunch | Turkey Veggie Wrap, University of Nevada, Reno Extension, Recipes

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