Save A festive and healthy wrap featuring sweet roasted vegetables and creamy hummus, arranged in a playful candy cane pattern&perfect for holiday gatherings or nutritious snacking.
This is a joyful recipe I enjoy making during the holidays because it brings vibrant colors and flavors to the table that everyone loves.
Ingredients
- Vegetables: 1 small red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips, 1 small yellow bell pepper, sliced into thin strips, 1 small zucchini, sliced into thin strips, 1 small red onion, sliced into thin strips, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Wraps & Hummus: 3 large spinach or plain flour tortillas, 3/4 cup plain hummus (store-bought or homemade)
- Garnish: 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In a bowl, toss the sliced bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Step 3:
- Spread the vegetables in a single layer on the baking sheet. Roast for 20 25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized. Let cool for 10 minutes.
- Step 4:
- Lay out the tortillas on a clean surface. Spread 1/4 cup of hummus evenly over each tortilla, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Step 5:
- Arrange the roasted vegetables in alternating colored stripes (red, yellow, green, purple) diagonally across each tortilla to create a candy cane effect.
- Step 6:
- Tightly roll up each tortilla from one edge to the other. Trim the ends and slice each roll into 1 inch thick pinwheels.
- Step 7:
- Arrange pinwheels in a candy cane shape on a platter. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Save Making these wraps always brings my family together, sharing laughter while preparing our festive snacks.
Notes
For extra flavor, use roasted garlic or red pepper hummus. Try adding roasted beet or carrot strips for more color. Serve with a side of extra hummus or a tangy yogurt dip. To make ahead, store wrapped in plastic in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
Required Tools
Baking sheet, parchment paper, knife, cutting board, mixing bowl
Nutritional Information
Calories 120, Total Fat 4 g, Carbohydrates 18 g, Protein 3 g per roll-up
Save This colorful wrap is the perfect blend of flavor and festivity for any occasion.
Recipe Help & Answers
- → What vegetables work best for roasting in these wraps?
Bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion are excellent choices as they roast evenly and develop a rich, sweet flavor.
- → Can these wraps be prepared ahead of time?
Yes, they can be wrapped tightly and stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours without losing freshness.
- → What type of hummus complements the roasted vegetables?
Plain hummus works well to let the roasted vegetable flavors shine, but variations like roasted garlic or red pepper hummus add extra depth.
- → How can I make the wraps visually appealing?
Arrange the roasted veggies in alternating colored stripes diagonally on the tortillas to create a candy cane-like pattern before rolling.
- → Are these wraps suitable for vegan diets?
Yes, using plant-based tortillas and hummus makes these wraps fully vegan-friendly.