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Wrap with Spicy Hummus and Vegetables

17/11/2023

The wrap with spicy hummus and vegetables is a fresh, colorful dish full of flavors. Here is a version that I hope you will like, with an Italian touch that you can appreciate.

Ingredients

  • 4 flour wraps (you could also use whole wheat flatbreads for an Italian touch)
  • 200 g cooked chickpeas
  • 1 garlic clove
  • The juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons tahini (sesame paste)
  • A pinch of salt
  • Chili powder or fresh chili to taste
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 zucchini
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 carrot
  • Fresh spinach leaves
  • Toasted sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
  • Fresh chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Preparation

  1. Let’s start with the spicy hummus: in a blender or with an immersion blender, combine the chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini, garlic, a drizzle of oil, salt, and chili. Blend until you get a smooth cream and adjust the chili according to your taste for spiciness.

  2. Cut the zucchini into thin strips, the red bell pepper and the carrot into strips. If desired, you can grill the zucchini and bell pepper to enhance the flavor.

  3. On the surface of each wrap, spread an even layer of spicy hummus. In the center of the wrap, arrange the raw (or grilled) vegetables, add the spinach leaves and sprinkle, if you like, with toasted sesame seeds and fresh chopped parsley.

  4. To wrap the wrap, first fold the sides towards the center and then roll the wrap starting from the edge closest to you towards the opposite edge, so as to enclose the contents inside.

  5. For a crispy touch, you can heat the already filled wraps in a non-stick pan for a couple of minutes per side, until they become lightly golden.

  6. Serve the wraps immediately or wrap them in plastic wrap for a packed lunch.

Fun Fact

Hummus has Middle Eastern origins and has spread throughout the world, becoming very popular in Italy as well. In some Italian versions, local ingredients such as olives or sun-dried tomatoes are used to add a Mediterranean touch. Don’t be afraid to experiment with local ingredients to make this recipe even more unique!