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Easy Summer Kids Lunch Wraps Recipe for Quick Make-Ahead Meals

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These easy summer kids’ lunch wraps are quick to prepare, packed with fresh veggies, grilled chicken, and a tangy yogurt-based spread. Perfect for make-ahead meals that keep little appetites satisfied during busy days.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large flour tortillas (8-inch size) or whole wheat tortillas
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • 1 minced garlic clove
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1 small bell pepper (red or yellow), thinly sliced
  • 1 medium carrot, shredded
  • A handful of baby spinach or lettuce leaves, torn into bite-sized pieces
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (120 g)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried dill
  • Salt to taste
  • ¼ cup shredded mild cheddar or mozzarella cheese (about 30 g) per wrap (optional)
  • Optional extras: avocado slices, hummus, honey mustard

Instructions

  1. Marinate 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs with 2 tablespoons olive oil, juice of half a lemon, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Let sit for at least 15 minutes if possible.
  2. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
  3. In a small bowl, combine ½ cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon dried dill, and salt to taste. Stir well and set aside.
  4. Wash and thinly slice cucumber and bell pepper. Shred carrot. Tear baby spinach or lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
  5. Lay out 4 large tortillas. Spread 2 tablespoons of the yogurt mixture evenly on each tortilla, leaving a small border around edges.
  6. Layer sliced chicken, veggies, and a sprinkle of shredded cheese (about ¼ cup) over the spread.
  7. Fold sides of tortilla in, then roll tightly from one end to the other to form the wrap. Secure with toothpick or wrap tightly in parchment paper for make-ahead storage.
  8. Store wrapped wraps in an airtight container or individually wrapped in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Notes

Avoid overfilling wraps to prevent sogginess. Drain and pat dry watery veggies like cucumber before assembling. Warm tortillas slightly before assembling to make them pliable. Wraps keep well refrigerated up to 3 days but are not recommended for freezing.

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