🥒🧀🌿 Cucumber Cottage Cheese Wraps
Light, fresh, and packed with creamy crunch!
📝 Recipe Description
These Cucumber Cottage Cheese Wraps are the perfect choice when you’re craving something light, refreshing, and wholesome. With creamy cottage cheese, hydrating cucumber slices, aromatic dill, and a zesty kick of lemon, these wraps are a powerhouse of flavor and nutrition. They make a fantastic lunch, snack, or post-workout bite—and they come together in minutes!
🍽️ Servings
Serves: 4 wraps (1 wrap per person)
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes (No-cook recipe!)
Total Time: 10 minutes
🧂 Ingredients
- 4 soft whole wheat or chia-seed wraps
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat based on preference)
- 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
🍳 Instructions
- Prep the Filling:
In a bowl, mix the cottage cheese, fresh dill, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt & pepper. - Layer the Wraps:
Lay each wrap flat. Spread ¼ of the cottage cheese mixture down the center of each. - Add the Crunch:
Layer with thin cucumber slices over the cottage cheese. - Roll It Up:
Roll each wrap tightly. Slice in half if desired. - Serve:
Serve immediately with a wedge of lemon for an extra citrus burst.
💡 Tips & Notes
- Use English or Persian cucumbers for fewer seeds and better crunch.
- To avoid soggy wraps, pat cucumber slices dry before layering.
- Make it spicy by adding a dash of chili flakes or hot sauce to the cottage cheese.
- Meal prep-friendly: Wrap in foil or parchment and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
- For extra protein, add thin slices of turkey breast or smoked salmon.
🥗 Nutritional Info (Per Wrap, Approximate)
- Calories: 190
- Protein: 11g
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Calcium: 10% DV
- Vitamin C: 12% DV
- Sodium: ~300mg (varies by cheese and wrap brand)
💪 Health Benefits
- Cottage Cheese: High in protein and calcium, supports muscle repair.
- Cucumber: Ultra-hydrating and rich in antioxidants.
- Dill & Lemon: Aid digestion and add freshness without calories.
- Whole Wheat Wraps: Provide complex carbs and fiber to keep you full longer.
❓ Q&A
Q: Can I make these wraps ahead of time?
A: Yes, assemble them up to 24 hours in advance, but wrap tightly and store in the fridge.
Q: Can I substitute cottage cheese?
A: Sure! Greek yogurt, cream cheese, ricotta, or hummus are great alternatives.
Q: Are they good for weight loss?
A: Absolutely! They’re low-calorie, protein-rich, and high in fiber—ideal for a light and balanced diet.
Q: Can I make it vegan?
A: Use a plant-based wrap and swap cottage cheese for vegan cream cheese or tofu spread.
Q: What else can I add?
A: Try adding spinach, arugula, grated carrots, or sprouts for extra texture and nutrition.