Healthy 'Very Green' Veggie Wraps Recipe

"Yes ... everything is green in this wrap - and, it is pretty healthy, and definitely delicious too. It is perfect for a meatless Monday; or, just something a bit lighter to have. You can cut the wrap in bite size pieces, to be served as an appetizer; or cut in thirds or half, for a nice lunch or dinner. Obviously, you change up the fillings if you want; but, these are my favorites. Green Goddess dressing #recipe6179"

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Asparagus ... Blanching is simply cooking the asparagus in boiling salted water for 1-2 minutes (no longer); then, transferring them to a bowl of ice water. The ice water 'shocks,' or stops the cooking process; but, also keeps the bright green color. Just a minute in the ice water; then, on to a plate to dry. Thicker asparagus will take about 2 minutes in the boiling water; and, the pencil thin, only a minute. You still want the asparagus crisp tender.

Step 2

Note: How to make the sandwich ... Now like any burrito or sandwich wrap, we all know; we need to put most of the ingredients toward the bottom middle. Leaving a bit of room on each side and on the top or end, where we finish the roll. This way, nothing 'squishes' out. So, make sure to keep that in mind.

Step 3

Sandwich ... First, I like to warm up the wrap. This makes it more pliable; and less likely to crack. Just 10 seconds in the microwave is all it takes. Then, spread the wrap with the Green Goddess dressing, leaving a little room around the edge. For each wrap - top with 2 lettuce leaves, goat cheese, 6 cucumber slices, 2-3 tomato slices, 4 asparagus spears, scallions, sprouts, avocados; and, finish with the cilantro. Make sure to season the tomatoes with a little salt and pepper. Also, it is important to squeeze the lemon juice over the avocado, to keep it fresh and bright green. I only use 1 tablespoon of the dressing ... but, you can add more if you want.

Step 4

Finish ... Fold the bottom of the wrap over about 1", then, fold in the sides. Then, roll. When finished, stick 1 toothpick on each side and cut the wrap in the center on an angle. Note: If you are taking this to a picnic, wrap in parchment paper or wax paper then foil to keep it fresh.