Fresh Vegetable Tortilla Roll Ups – Easy Healthy Lunch Recipe
Fresh vegetable tortilla roll ups are a fun, colorful, and healthy way to enjoy your veggies! Soft tortillas are spread with cream cheese, layered with crisp vegetables, and rolled into bite-sized pinwheels. Perfect for lunchboxes, party platters, or a quick snack that’s both nutritious and delicious.
Equipment
- Cutting board & knife
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula or spoon
- Plastic wrap
- Serrated knife
Ingredients
- 4 large flour tortillas (gluten-free if needed)
- 8 oz cream cheese or hummus
- 1 cup spinach leaves
- 1 cup bell peppers, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cucumbers, thinly sliced
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ¼ cup fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Tortillas: Lay tortillas flat on a clean surface.
- Spread Filling: Evenly spread cream cheese or hummus over each tortilla.
- Layer Vegetables: Arrange spinach, peppers, cucumbers, carrots, and herbs in thin layers.
- Roll Tightly: Starting from one edge, roll tortillas into logs.
- Chill: Wrap rolls in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm.
- Slice & Serve: Use a serrated knife to cut into 1-inch pinwheels. Arrange on a platter and serve.
Notes
- Pat vegetables dry before layering to avoid soggy tortillas.
- Don’t overstuff—thin layers make neat slices.
- Chill before slicing for clean pinwheels.
- Pair with dips like salsa, guacamole, or ranch.
- Wrap tightly in plastic wrap if making ahead.