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This easy turkey wrap is a healthy, high-protein lunch made with deli turkey, fresh spinach, cream cheese, and a soft tortilla. Ready in minutes, this single serving turkey wrap is perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick and Easy Lunch: Ready in minutes with simple ingredients, making it perfect for a fast lunch or light dinner.
- Healthy and High Protein: Lean deli turkey and fresh spinach make this a balanced, protein-packed turkey wrap.
- Single Serving Recipe: Made for one, so there’s no waste and no leftovers to manage.
- Great for Meal Prep: Wrap it tightly and refrigerate for an easy grab-and-go lunch.
- Easy to Customize: Add avocado, different cheeses, or your favorite spreads to make it your own.
A soft tortilla wrapped around creamy cream cheese, tender slices of turkey, and crisp spinach makes such a fresh, flavorful lunch. The cool crunch of the vegetables with the smooth spread and savory turkey gives every bite a perfect balance.
I reach for this spinach turkey wrap when I want something quick that still feels thoughtfully made. It’s light, filling, and exactly the kind of single serving lunch I look forward to.
Enjoy your wrap with a side of homemade tortilla chips and black bean hummus, a fresh tomato salad, or a single serving of potato soup.
Ingredients
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- Tortilla: Use one 10-inch flour tortilla. The larger size makes it easier to roll tightly without tearing. Whole wheat, gluten-free tortillas, or homemade tortillas work well.
- Cream cheese: Softened cream cheese creates a smooth spread that helps hold the wrap together and adds richness. Neufchâtel works as a lighter option. If you have extra, use it in a small batch of cheesecake bars, small crack chicken, a single serve hot spinach dip, or small batch Oreo balls.
- Turkey: Use 2 to 3 slices of deli turkey for this single serving turkey wrap. Thinly sliced roasted turkey also works well.
- Vegetables: Add 1/3 cup loosely packed fresh spinach and 5 to 6 thin slices of red bell pepper for crunch and color. Spinach adds freshness, while bell pepper gives a mild sweetness. Extra spinach can be used in stuffed peppers for one or zuppa toscana for one. Leftover bell pepper works well in single serving lo mein or chicken tacos for one.
Ingredient Substitutions: Swap spinach with romaine, arugula, or kale. Replace bell pepper with sliced cucumber, shredded carrots, or avocado. You can also make this wrap with ham, roast beef, baked chicken, or cooked salmon. For a vegetarian option, replace the turkey with extra vegetables and use hummus or homemade guacamole instead of cream cheese.
Recipe Variations
Here are a few easy ways to change up this turkey wrap:
- Healthy Turkey Wrap: Use a whole wheat tortilla and add sliced avocado for extra fiber and healthy fats.
- Spicy Turkey Wrap: Spread a thin layer of spicy mayo or add sliced jalapeños for heat.
- Mediterranean Turkey Wrap: Add sliced cucumber, olives, and a spoonful of tzatziki for a fresh, Mediterranean-style lunch wrap.
- Turkey Avocado Wrap: Layer in fresh avocado slices for a creamy addition that pairs well with deli turkey.
- Low Carb Option: Skip the tortilla and roll the fillings in large romaine or butter lettuce leaves for a lighter wrap.
How To Make A Turkey Wrap
See the recipe box below for ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions.
- Warm the tortilla on a plate in the microwave for 10 to 15 seconds, until soft and flexible.
- Spread 1 tablespoon of cream cheese evenly over the surface of the tortilla.
- Layer the turkey, spinach, and sliced red bell pepper over the cream cheese.
- Roll the tortilla tightly into a wrap, then slice in half and serve.
Expert Tips
- Warm the Tortilla First: Microwave the tortilla for 10 to 15 seconds to make it soft and flexible. This prevents cracking when rolling.
- Don’t Overfill: Stick to a thin, even layer of fillings. Overfilling makes the wrap harder to roll and more likely to tear.
- Spread Edge to Edge: Spread the cream cheese all the way to the edges. It helps seal the wrap and keeps ingredients from slipping out.
- Layer Greens in the Center: Place spinach in the middle instead of near the edges. This makes rolling tighter and cleaner.
- Roll Tightly and Rest Briefly: Roll firmly, then let the wrap sit seam side down for a minute before slicing. This helps it hold its shape.
Frequently Asked Questions
Spread the cream cheese evenly over the tortilla to create a barrier, pat vegetables dry before adding them, and avoid overfilling. Wrap tightly in parchment or plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to eat.
Yes. Assemble the wrap, roll it tightly, and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Yes. Romaine, green leaf lettuce, or arugula can replace spinach. Choose crisp greens for the best texture.
Warm the tortilla first, keep the fillings centered, fold in the sides slightly, then roll firmly from the bottom up. Let it rest seam side down before slicing.
Ways To Use Leftover Ingredients
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Turkey Wrap
Ingredients
- 1 (10-inch) flour tortilla
- 1 tablespoon cream cheese
- 2 slices deli turkey (4 ounces)
- ⅓ cup loosely packed fresh spinach
- 5 thin slices of red bell peppers
Instructions
- Warm the tortilla on a plate in the microwave for 10 to 15 seconds, until soft and flexible.
- Spread cream cheese evenly over the surface of the tortilla.
- Layer the turkey, spinach, and sliced red bell pepper over the cream cheese.
- Roll the tortilla tightly into a wrap, then slice in half and serve.
Notes
- Warm the Tortilla First: Microwave the tortilla for 10 to 15 seconds to make it soft and flexible. This prevents cracking when rolling.
- Don’t Overfill: Stick to a thin, even layer of fillings. Overfilling makes the wrap harder to roll and more likely to tear.
- Spread Edge to Edge: Spread the cream cheese all the way to the edges. It helps seal the wrap and keeps ingredients from slipping out.
- Layer Greens in the Center: Place spinach in the middle instead of near the edges. This makes rolling tighter and cleaner.
- Roll Tightly and Rest Briefly: Roll firmly, then let the wrap sit seam side down for a minute before slicing. This helps it hold its shape.
Nutrition
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
I like to add a drizzle of zesty Italian dressing on mine before rolling it up for added flavor. 😉
I used a low carb spinach wrap and added avocado slices. I also had carrots and ranch. It’s delicious!