If you’re looking for a flavor-packed, satisfying dish that’s both nutritious and comforting, Grilled Veggie Wraps are your new best friend. Charred to smoky perfection, the tender vegetables melt into warm tortillas with a creamy hummus or pesto spread turning your average wrap into a crave-worthy meal.
This is the kind of dinner idea vegetarian eaters and flexitarians alike will keep coming back to. It’s hearty without being heavy, bright without being bland and perfect for busy weeknights, summer cookouts, or packed lunches.
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🍽️ Serving Versatility
These wraps are incredibly flexible! You can:
- Roll them in tortillas, lavash, or collard greens.
- Serve them open-faced like a flatbread.
- Slice into pinwheels for a fun party platter.
- Turn leftovers into veggie loaded lunch ideas or bowls.
📝 Grilled Veggie Wraps Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 zucchini, sliced lengthwise
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- ½ cup mushrooms (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 4 large tortillas or wraps
- ½ cup hummus or vegan pesto
- Handful of baby spinach or arugula
- Optional: crumbled vegan feta, avocado slices
Grilled Veggie Wraps
Equipment
- Grill or Grill Pan
- Mixing bowl
- Tongs
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 zucchini sliced lengthwise
- 1 red bell pepper cut into strips
- 1 small red onion sliced
- 1/2 cup mushrooms optional, sliced
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- salt & pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Assembly
- 4 large tortillas or wraps
- 1/2 cup hummus or vegan pesto
- handful baby spinach or arugula
- vegan feta or avocado slices optional
Instructions
- Prep the veggies: toss zucchini, bell pepper, onion, and mushrooms (if using) with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt & pepper.
- Grill the veggies: cook on a hot grill or grill pan for 3–5 minutes per side until tender and charred.
- Assemble wraps: spread hummus or pesto on tortillas, layer grilled veggies and greens, add vegan feta or avocado if desired.
- Roll wraps tightly, slice in half, and serve warm or chilled.
Notes
Instructions:
- Prep the veggies: Toss zucchini, pepper, onion, and mushrooms with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Grill: Place veggies on a hot grill or grill pan. Cook 3–5 minutes per side until nicely charred and tender.
- Assemble wraps: Spread hummus or pesto on each tortilla. Layer grilled veggies and fresh greens.
- Roll and serve: Fold in the sides, roll tightly, and slice in half. Serve warm or chilled!
⏱️ Quick Details:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Servings: 4 wraps
- Calories: ~250 per wrap
💚 Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- ✅ Ideal for vegan meals on the go
- ✅ Great way to do veggies prep for the week
- ✅ Super flexible and customizable
- ✅ A perfect balance of light and heavy veggie dinners
- ✅ Makes simple healthy dinners vegetarian style easy and exciting
🔥 Cultural & Cooking Note
Grilling vegetables brings out their natural sweetness and gives them a smoky depth that roasting just can’t match. It’s a favorite in many vegan veggie dishes, especially Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines where grilled eggplants and peppers shine in wraps, dips, and salads.
🥗 Serving Suggestions:
- Pair with a side of quinoa or couscous for a dinner plant based complete meal.
- Wrap in whole grain or spinach tortillas for extra fiber.
- Serve with tzatziki or tahini sauce for a creamy, cool contrast.
- Pack with extra raw veggies for a vege dishes picnic option.
🧑🍳 Pro Tips for Success:
- Slice veggies evenly so they cook at the same rate.
- Use a grill basket for smaller veggies like mushrooms or cherry tomatoes.
- Don’t skip the seasoning smoked paprika adds that grilled magic.
- If you don’t have a grill, a stovetop grill pan or even the oven broiler works!
🧊 Storage & Reheating:
- Storage: Store grilled veggies and wraps separately in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheating: Warm the veggies in a skillet or microwave before wrapping.
- Freezing: Not recommended the veggies can get mushy once thawed.
🥰 Final Thoughts from Emma:
These Grilled Veggie Wraps are my go-to when I need something quick, cozy, and packed with flavor without feeling too heavy. Perfect for busy weeknights, picnic lunches, or vegan meals on the go, they’re also a delicious way to use up leftover veggies from the fridge. And believe me, they taste even better the next day!
Got a favorite combo like spicy hummus, grilled corn, or roasted eggplant? I’d love to hear what you wrap up in yours.
👉 Be sure to follow me on Pinterest for more veggie loaded lunch ideas, vegan veggie dishes, and simple healthy dinners vegetarian families will love.
And if you’re hungry for more inspiration, check out my latest easy plant-based recipes right here on the blog. 🌯💚