Cucumber and Feta Wrap

Cucumber and Feta Wrap

Mia

This Cucumber and Feta Wrap embodies the essence of Mediterranean cuisine with its bright, fresh flavors and wholesome ingredients. Inspired by the traditional Greek mezze platter, this portable wrap transforms classic Mediterranean ingredients into a convenient, handheld meal perfect for busy lifestyles. The combination of crisp cucumber, creamy feta cheese, and aromatic herbs creates a symphony of textures and tastes that's both satisfying and refreshing.

What makes this wrap truly special is its simplicity and nutritional balance. The cucumber provides hydration and crunch while being incredibly low in calories, while the feta cheese delivers that signature tangy, salty flavor along with quality protein and calcium. Enhanced with juicy tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, each bite transports you to the sun-drenched shores of the Mediterranean.

This recipe is ideal for meal prep, as the wraps can be assembled in minutes and stay fresh for several hours when properly stored. The whole wheat tortilla provides fiber and complex carbohydrates, making this wrap a complete meal that will keep you energized throughout your day. Whether you're packing lunch for work, need a post-workout refuel, or want a light dinner option, this Mediterranean-inspired wrap delivers both convenience and nutrition without compromising on flavor.

Nutrition

10 minutes
None servings
385 calories
Fat 18.00g
Carbs 42.00g
Protein 15.00g

Ingredients

2 largewhole wheat tortillas, 10-inch size
1 mediumcucumber, thinly sliced
4 ozfeta cheese, crumbled
1 cupcherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cupkalamata olives, pitted and sliced
1/4 smallred onion, thinly sliced
1 cupfresh spinach leaves, washed and dried
1/4 cuphummus
2 tspextra virgin olive oil
1 tbspfresh lemon juice
1/2 tspdried oregano
2 tbspfresh dill, chopped (optional)
1/4 tspblack pepper, freshly ground

Equipment

Cutting board
measuring spoons
measuring cups
paper towels
small mixing bowl
sharp knife
whisk or fork
parchment paper or aluminum foil

16:8 Diet

This balanced wrap is perfect for the 16:8 eating window, providing sustained energy from whole grains, protein from feta and hummus, healthy fats from olive oil and olives, and abundant vitamins and fiber from vegetables. The nutrient-dense combination helps meet daily nutritional needs within the compressed eating timeframe while promoting satiety.

80/20 Diet

This wrap fits the 80/20 approach with over 80% of its ingredients being nutrient-dense whole foods like fresh vegetables, whole wheat tortilla, olive oil, and herbs, while the feta cheese and olives provide flavorful components that enhance satisfaction. The recipe emphasizes anti-inflammatory, fiber-rich ingredients without being overly restrictive.

Clean Eating

This wrap exemplifies clean eating with its whole, minimally processed ingredients including fresh vegetables, whole wheat tortilla, natural feta cheese, extra virgin olive oil, and fresh herbs. It avoids refined sugars, artificial additives, and processed foods while focusing on recognizable, wholesome ingredients in their natural state.

Flexitarian Diet

This wrap aligns perfectly with flexitarian principles by emphasizing plant-based ingredients like cucumber, spinach, tomatoes, hummus, and whole wheat tortilla as the foundation, with feta cheese as a supporting ingredient. The recipe focuses on whole, minimally processed foods with abundant vegetables and plant proteins.

Gluten-Free Diet

This recipe can easily be made gluten-free by substituting the whole wheat tortillas with certified gluten-free tortillas or wraps. All other ingredients—cucumber, feta, tomatoes, olives, spinach, hummus, olive oil, and herbs—are naturally gluten-free, making it a safe and delicious option for those avoiding gluten.

Heart-Healthy Diet

This wrap supports heart health with its emphasis on vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats from extra virgin olive oil and olives, while the moderate amount of feta provides flavor without excessive saturated fat. The recipe is naturally low in sodium when using fresh ingredients and avoids processed meats and fried foods entirely.

Intermittent Fasting

This nutrient-dense wrap is ideal for intermittent fasting eating windows, providing balanced macronutrients from protein-rich feta, complex carbohydrates from whole wheat tortilla, healthy fats from olive oil and olives, plus fiber and vitamins from abundant vegetables. The combination supports stable blood sugar levels and provides sustained satiety throughout fasting periods.

Intuitive Eating

This wrap supports intuitive eating principles by offering a satisfying, balanced meal that honors both taste and nutrition without restriction or guilt. The variety of textures, colors, and flavors from fresh vegetables, creamy feta, and aromatic herbs creates an enjoyable eating experience that promotes satisfaction and mindful appreciation of food.

Mediterranean Diet

This wrap perfectly embodies Mediterranean Diet principles with its emphasis on extra virgin olive oil, fresh vegetables (cucumber, tomatoes, spinach), whole grains from the whole wheat tortilla, and traditional ingredients like feta cheese, Kalamata olives, and fresh herbs. The recipe avoids processed foods and red meat while featuring heart-healthy fats and plant-based ingredients that are staples of Mediterranean cuisine.

Mindful Eating

This wrap is ideal for mindful eating with its diverse sensory experience—crisp cucumber, creamy feta, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic fresh dill and oregano create varied textures, colors, and flavors that encourage slow, conscious consumption. The whole, minimally processed ingredients invite full sensory appreciation and awareness during eating.

Vegetarian Diet

This wrap is completely vegetarian-friendly, featuring plant-based proteins from feta cheese and hummus, along with abundant vegetables and whole grains. It provides a well-balanced meal without any meat, poultry, fish, or seafood while delivering satisfying nutrition from eggs-free and meat-free ingredients.

Instructions

1

Wash and dry the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and spinach leaves. Pat them completely dry with paper towels to prevent the wrap from becoming soggy.

2 min
2

Slice the cucumber into thin rounds, about 1/8-inch thick. Halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the red onion. Pit and slice the Kalamata olives if not already prepared.

3 min
3

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, and black pepper to create a simple dressing. Set aside.

1 min
4

Lay the two whole wheat tortillas flat on a clean work surface. Spread 2 tablespoons of hummus evenly over each tortilla, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.

1 min
5

Layer half of the fresh spinach leaves in the center of each tortilla, creating a bed for the other ingredients.

6

Arrange the cucumber slices, cherry tomato halves, sliced olives, and red onion slices evenly over the spinach on each wrap. Distribute the ingredients in the center, leaving space at the edges for folding.

1 min
7

Sprinkle 2 ounces of crumbled feta cheese over the vegetables on each wrap. Add the chopped fresh dill if using.

8

Drizzle half of the prepared lemon-oregano dressing over the filling on each wrap, ensuring even coverage.

9

To wrap, fold the bottom edge of the tortilla up over the filling, then fold in both sides tightly. Continue rolling away from you until the wrap is completely sealed. The hummus will help hold it together.

1 min
10

Cut each wrap in half diagonally with a sharp knife. Serve immediately, or wrap tightly in parchment paper or aluminum foil for a grab-and-go meal. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 hours for best quality.

1 min

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