Cranberry Quinoa Crunch Lettuce Wraps
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
Description
This cranberry quinoa crunch lettuce wrap combines grains, protein, and a hint of sweetness, making it perfect for lunch, dinner, or a snack.
Ingredients
Units
- 1 cup (240 ml) quinoa, cooked
- 2 tbsp dried cranberries
- 1 tbsp sunflower seeds
- 3 large leaves of lettuce
- Coarse sea salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Warm the cooked quinoa on the stove top or in the microwave just enough to take off the chill from the fridge, or use freshly cooked quinoa.
- In a medium bowl, mix the warmed quinoa, dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds. Toss to combine thoroughly.
- Season the mixture with coarse sea salt and black pepper to taste.
- Lay out the lettuce leaves and evenly distribute the quinoa mixture among them.
- Wrap the lettuce around the filling to form wraps and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a nuttier flavor, toast the sunflower seeds before adding them to the quinoa mix.
- These wraps are best served fresh, but you can store the quinoa mixture separately in the fridge for up to 2 days and assemble the wraps just before eating.
- Substitute lettuce with collard greens for a sturdier wrap.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
- Protein: 8 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use collard greens instead of lettuce for the wraps?
Yes — I suggest substituting collard greens for a sturdier wrap that holds up better to the quinoa filling without tearing.
Can I prep the filling in advance?
Yes — the quinoa mixture can be stored separately in the fridge for up to 2 days. Assemble the wraps just before eating to keep the lettuce crisp.
