Vegetable Paneer Frankie
- January 24, 2022
Easy
Servings - 1
This recipe is curated to provide numerous health benefits while keeping calories to a minimum. It features powerful, nutritious and simple ingredients.
Ingredients:
- 1 medium Multigrain roti or tortilla (about 8 inches in diameter)
- 3 tbsp hummus (home-made) (refer our recipe for hummus)
- 1/4 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup grated carrot
- 1/4 cup spinach leaves
- 2 tbsp red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp avocado, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1 tsp olive oil (optional for extra flavor)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh lemon juice (optional)
Directions:
- Prepare the vegetables: Thinly slice the cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and avocado. Grate the carrot and wash the spinach leaves.
- Warm the tortilla: Slightly warm the multigrain tortilla in a pan or microwave for a few seconds until pliable.
- Spread the hummus: Evenly spread 3 tablespoons of hummus across the center of the tortilla.
- Layer the vegetables: Place the spinach leaves, cucumber, bell pepper, grated carrot, red onion, and avocado (if using) on top of the hummus.
- Season: Drizzle with olive oil (if using), sprinkle with salt and pepper, and add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice if desired.
- Roll it up: Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll it up tightly from the bottom.
- Serve: Slice the wrap in half if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy your healthy hummus and vegetable wrap!
Health benefits of the ingredients:
- Multigrain roti or tortilla: It is rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, supporting heart health, digestion, and better blood sugar control.
- Hummus: Offers plant-based protein and fiber.
- Veggies like cucumber, bell pepper, carrot, spinach, and red onion offer a powerhouse of fiber, vitamins (A, C, K), minerals, and antioxidants, promoting overall health, digestion, and immunity.
- Avocado (optional): Adds heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.
- Olive oil (optional): Provides healthy fats for satiety and flavor.
