17 High-Protein Wraps To Make Forever
Put together a delicious, protein-packed meal by making these highly-rated recipes! Each of these wraps contains at least 15 grams of protein in every serving, perfect for keeping you fueled and satisfied. Plus, they’ve made a great impression on EatingWell readers, earning 4- and 5-star reviews. Whether you opt for a hearty whole-wheat tortilla like our Turmeric Chicken & Avocado Wraps or a crisp lettuce wrap like our Chickpea & Roasted Red Pepper Lettuce Wraps with Tahini Dressing, there are plenty of flavorful options to try!
Turmeric Chicken & Avocado Wraps
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Turmeric, with its bright golden hue, is well-known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, while chickpeas add fiber and plant-based protein to these wraps. Mix up the chicken salad at the beginning of the week to enjoy in a wrap or serve it over greens if you prefer.
3-Ingredient Brie & Jam Wrap
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Grab your favorite-flavor jam and pair it with melted Brie cheese on a whole-wheat tortilla for a sweet and savory lunch. Reheating the wrap once it’s fully assembled can get messy, so we recommend enjoying the wrap cold if you’re taking it on the go.
Chickpea & Roasted Red Pepper Lettuce Wraps with Tahini Dressing
A tangy, nutty tahini dressing brings together no-cook ingredients like canned chickpeas and roasted red peppers for these easy meal-prep lettuce wraps
Chicken Caesar Salad Wraps
These chicken Caesar salad wraps make for a quick, easy lunch or dinner. We like a mix of romaine and kale for texture and color, but you can use one or the other if you prefer. Parmesan crisps act as another crouton-like element.
Baked Falafel Sandwiches
This street-style falafel sandwich is herbaceous, tangy and rich. The falafel gets nice and crispy in the oven while the veggies inside keep it simple and fresh. Make the tahini sauce (see Associated Recipes) ahead of time for easy prep. Wrapping the sandwich in foil makes it a perfect bring-along lunch and helps hold it together for eating on the go.
Cucumber-Chicken Green Goddess Wrap
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Cucumber and carrots add color and crunch to this healthy, robust whole-wheat wrap made with protein-rich chicken to keep you going. The green goddess dressing is creamy with cheese and avocado and bright from lemon and herbs.
Homemade Crunchwraps
Ground turkey stands in for beef in this homemade “Crunchwrap” that tastes just like it came from Taco Bell. Finish with your favorite toppings like cilantro, avocado or pico de gallo.
Curried Chicken Apple Wraps
Shredded chicken and chopped green apples are a delightful combination in this quick and easy curried sandwich wrap.
Chicken & Cucumber Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce
We love the crunch from sliced cucumber and jicama in these savory chicken lettuce wraps. Serve with the simple peanut sauce for an easy dinner recipe that will impress kids and adults alike.
Turkey & Cheddar Lettuce Wraps
Crispy green lettuce leaves hold the filling inside this low-carb turkey wrap. It’s perfect for lunch or a quick, easy dinner on the go.
Roasted Buffalo Chickpea Wraps
This vegetarian riff on a Buffalo chicken wrap adds the spicy Buffalo tang you love to crunchy roasted chickpeas all tucked into an easy-to-make wrap with carrot, celery and blue cheese.
Fish Taco Wraps
These quick-and-easy fish tacos are full of chili-crusted halibut, crunchy cabbage and fruity salsa. Using prepared salsa and coleslaw mix means this recipe is on the table in just 20 minutes.
Shrimp, Avocado & Feta Wrap
Salty feta and chopped fresh vegetables keep this easy lunchtime wrap flavorful and satisfying. Add cooked shrimp found in the seafood department at most supermarkets for an easy and healthy lunch.Â
Chicken & Apple Kale Wraps
Using kale leaves instead of bread to wrap your filling makes this healthy chicken lunch recipe low-calorie (and lower in carbs!). If you can’t find lacinato (aka Tuscan) kale, try cabbage for your wrap.
Taco Lettuce Wraps
Don’t limit yourself to lettuce for this low-carb, gluten-free taco lettuce wrap recipe—any fresh green sturdy enough to wrap around 1/2 cup of filling works.
Chicken Tenders & Couscous Wrap with Fresh Herbs
This wrap is stuffed with chicken tenders and couscous with a hit of lemon and a healthy dose of fresh herbs. Save any leftovers to wrap up for an easy lunch.Â
Peanut-Chicken Cabbage Wraps
Cabbage is a tasty low-calorie stand-in for buns or bread in this healthy chicken lettuce wrap recipe. Don’t limit yourself to cabbage for this Thai-inspired recipe–any fresh green that’s sturdy enough to wrap around 1/2 cup of filling works.
