Easy Quinoa Veggie Lettuce Wraps for a Fresh, Flavor-Packed Meal

Enjoy these vibrant Quinoa Veggie Lettuce Wraps, a quick and healthy meal bursting with flavors and colors.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 wraps

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Healthy, Vegetarian

Calories: 220

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Quinoa Base

1 cup quinoa Rinse well before cooking
2 cups vegetable broth Use instead of water for added flavor
1 tablespoon olive oil Drizzle to add richness
2 cloves garlic Mince finely

For the Veggie Mix

1 medium red bell pepper Adds sweetness and color
1 medium cucumber Dice small
2 medium carrots Shred finely
3 stalks green onions Slice thinly
1/4 cup fresh cilantro Chop finely

For the Wrap Assembly

8 leaves butter lettuce Choose large leaves
1 lime lime wedges For squeezing over wraps
2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari For flavoring

Equipment

Saucepan
mixing bowl
cutting board
knife
Serving platter

Method

Preparation

Rinse quinoa under cold water, combine with vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.
Let quinoa rest for 5 minutes off the heat, then fluff with a fork.
While quinoa cooks, prep bell pepper, cucumber, carrots, and green onions.

Filling Mix

In a bowl, toss cooked quinoa with diced veggies, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, and olive oil.
Drizzle soy sauce over the mix and stir gently.

Assembling Wraps

Lay a butter lettuce leaf flat, spoon quinoa veggie mix into the center, and fold.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wrapCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Optional: Add sliced avocado or toasted sesame seeds for extra flavor and crunch.

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