Vegan Red Pepper & Kale Lunch Wrap

Name: Vegan Red Pepper & Kale Lunch Wrap
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1 large flour tortilla; 1 tbsp pesto; 1 roasted red pepper (sliced); 3 sundried tomatoes (sliced); 1 large pickled baby beet (sliced); handful fresh basil (optional); handful kale leaves

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If you're tired of the same old sandwiches, this vegan red pepper and kale wrap is a tasty way to perk up your lunches.

Filled with roasted red peppers, kale, sundried tomatoes and a few other tasty flavours, it travels well and is perfect in lunchboxes, for Vegan Picnics or for easy weekday Packed Lunches.

One of the best things about this wrap is that it is made in minutes with a few shop-bought Mediterranean ingredients. It's a great way to eat more vegetables without eating a salad.

Vegan Kale and Red Pepper Wrap on a spotty napkin.

🌯 What makes this lunch wrap so special?

Ready in 10 minutes
No cooking required
Mediterranean flavours
Full of vegetables
Great for packed lunches
Easy to tweak with different flavours
Can be made the night before
Dairy-free, plant-based and vegan

At-a-Glance - Red Pepper & Kale Lunch Wrap

⏲️ Ready in: 10 minutes
👪 Serves: 1 wrap
🍽 Calories: 171 kcals
🧾 Main ingredients: Flour tortillas, pesto, roasted red peppers (jarred are fine), sundried tomatoes, kale & beets
👩🏻‍🍳 Suitable for: Vegan, plant-based, dairy-free, egg-free & vegetarian

Wraps make a nice change from sandwiches, and these kale wraps are full of delicious Mediterranean flavours and are so quick to make. Try them for your lunches this week.

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💭 The secret to good tortilla wraps

Find large soft tortilla wraps - they come in all sorts of flavours these days
If the wrap isn't soft when you open the pack or if they are already opened, microwave them for a few seconds - it will warm them and soften them so they don't tear when they are folded.
Don't overfill the wraps - although if you know how to fold them and pull the filling towards you with the end of the tortilla when you are folding them, it's surprising how much filling you can get in there

📋 The Ingredients you need

These tasty lunchtime wraps are made with simple ingredients you can pick up at the grocery store or supermarket.

Find the full ingredient list with the quantities and method in the recipe card.

Wrap ingredients including tortilla wraps, roasted red peppers, sundried tomatoes and pickled baby beets.

Flour tortillas - choose large flour tortillas
Roasted red peppers - roast them yourself or buy jarred roast peppers
Beetroot - I like using pickled baby beets for the sweet tang of the vinegar, but you can roast beets at home or buy cooked vacuum-packed beetroot at the supermarket

You are really going to love this wrap!

💭 How to Fold a Lunch Wrap

It can be tricky to fold a filled wrap if you don't know what to do, so I've created a wee drawing to show you (if you're on a phone, you may need to zoom in).

Hope it helps.

Graphic showing how to fold a lunch wrap, filling in centre, partially fold sides over filling, use end towards you to fold over the wrap and pull the filling towards you firmly, then roll and cut.

💭 Why Massage Kale?

When you are making a salad or a filling with kale, it's a good idea to massage the kale. Here's why:

It softens the leaves (which can be quite rough
Reduced bitterness in the kale leaves
Makes the kale easier to enjoy in a wrap
Helps it stay fresh longer

If you have leftover kale, it makes great kale crisps (chips) when baked. Try these Paprika Kale Chips.

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Kale Wrap FAQs

Can I make this wrap the night before?

Yes. Wrap it tightly and store it in the fridge. For the best texture, pat the roasted peppers, beetroot and sun-dried tomatoes dry before assembling.

Can I use spinach instead of kale?

Yes, baby spinach is a good swap if you want softer, milder-tasting leaves.

How do I stop wraps going soggy?

Spread a thin layer of pesto, mayo or vegan cream cheese first, then add the leafy greens before the wetter ingredients. This creates a barrier that helps keep the tortilla fresh.

What can I serve with this wrap?

A side salad is always good, but you can also serve it with a few crisps (chips) or as a light lunch with potato wedges and a dressed salad.

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