Adaptogenic Green Snack Wraps
These nutrient-dense wraps use collard greens as a grain-free alternative to tortillas, providing chlorophyll and fiber while keeping carbs low. The hummus is enhanced with ashwagandha for stress management, while the rainbow of vegetables ensures a broad spectrum of phytonutrients. Perfect for meal prep, these wraps stay fresh and crisp when properly stored.
Prep Time
20 minutes
Servings
4 people
Ingredients
- •4 whole Large collard green leaves
- •1 cup Hummus (homemade or store-bought)
- •1/2 tsp Ashwagandha powder
- •1 whole Carrot, julienned
- •1 whole Cucumber, julienned
- •1 whole Red bell pepper, sliced thin
- •1/2 whole Avocado, sliced
- •1/4 cup Purple cabbage, shredded
- •1/4 cup Sprouted quinoa (cooked and cooled)
- •2 tbsp Hemp hearts
- •1 tbsp Tahini
- •1 tsp Lemon juice
- •to taste Fresh herbs (cilantro, mint, or basil)
- •to taste Sea salt and pepper
Dietary Info
Nutrition (per serving)
Instructions
- 1
Prepare collard leaves by washing and patting completely dry.
- 2
Remove the thick stem by cutting a V-shape at the base of each leaf.
- 3
For easier rolling, lightly blanch leaves in boiling water for 10 seconds, then ice bath (optional).
- 4
Lay leaves flat on cutting board, overlapping the cut edges slightly.
- 5
Mix ashwagandha powder into hummus, stirring well to incorporate the adaptogen.
- 6
Spread 1/4 cup of adaptogenic hummus along the center of each leaf, leaving 2 inches at edges.
- 7
Julienne all vegetables into uniform matchstick sizes for even distribution and easier rolling.
- 8
Layer carrot sticks horizontally across the hummus for color and crunch.
- 9
Add cucumber sticks next to carrots for hydration and freshness.
- 10
Place bell pepper strips for vitamin C and sweetness.
- 11
Fan avocado slices along the vegetables for healthy fats.
- 12
Sprinkle shredded purple cabbage for antioxidants and color contrast.
- 13
Add a line of cooked, cooled sprouted quinoa for complete protein.
- 14
Drizzle tahini thinned with lemon juice over vegetables.
- 15
Sprinkle hemp hearts for omega-3s and protein.
- 16
Add fresh herbs for flavor complexity and additional nutrients.
- 17
Season with sea salt and freshly cracked pepper.
- 18
Starting from the bottom, tightly roll the collard leaf, tucking in sides as you go.
- 19
Secure with toothpicks if needed, or wrap tightly in parchment paper.
- 20
Slice in half diagonally for presentation, or keep whole for portable lunch.
- 21
Store wrapped in damp paper towels in an airtight container for up to 3 days.