Lentil and Spinach Wrap

Lentil and Spinach Wrap

Lentils are high in fiber, protein, folate and antioxidants. You can find them in both dried and canned forms, though canned lentils may be higher in sodium content. Lentils range in color from red, to yellow, green or brown. In comparison to other dried legumes, lentils are quick and easy to prepare. They can be easily added to soups, wraps, salads, stuffing, curries, and can be used as spreads. Lentils can even be a great meat substitute.

Recipe Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients
  • 6 ounces brown lentils, dry (about 1 cup)
  • 2 1/4 cups vegetable stock, low sodium
  • 4 13" whole wheat wraps
  • 4 tbsp finely chopped red onions
  • 16 thin slices low fat Swiss cheese
  • 16 ounces baby spinach
  • 4 roasted red peppers, sliced
Directions
  1. Rinse lentils. Place in a saucepan and add vegetable stock.
  2. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer, until the lentils are tender, approximately 25-30 minutes. Skim off any impurities, as necessary.
  3. Drain lentils and chill while assembling and preparing other ingredients.
  4. Mix diced red onions with cooked lentils.
  5. Place about 1/2 cup of lentil and onion filling in middle of wrap.
  6. Top lentils with 2 slices of Swiss cheese, 2 oz of baby spinach and 1/2 of a red pepper sliced.
  7. Roll up wrap, folding in sides while rolling to keep lentil filling inside of wrap. Cut in half. Wrap may be served hot or cold to your liking.

Serving Size: 1/2 lentil wrap

Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving % Daily Value
Calories 310 Calories from Fat 50
Total Fat 6 g 9%
Saturated Fat 6 g 13%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Sodium 610 mg 25%
Total Carbs 45 g 15%
Dietary Fiber 11 g 44%
Sugars 3 g
Protein 19 g
Vitamin A 60%
Vitamin C 50%
Calcium 25%
Iron 15%
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