Collard Green Wraps
Blanched collard green leaves rolled around shredded chicken, hummus and crunchy vegetables, with no tortilla. Four servings in 18 minutes.
Collard Green Wraps, Step by Step
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Bring a large pan of water to a boil. Cut the thick stem from the base of each collard leaf and shave the rib flat with a knife.
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Blanch the leaves in the boiling water for 3 minutes, then lift them out and plunge into a bowl of cold water. Pat dry.
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Toss the chicken with the lemon juice and pepper. Lay a leaf flat and spread with a little hummus.
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Add some chicken, carrots, cucumber and red pepper to the centre of each leaf, fold in the sides and roll up tightly. Cut in half.
Notes for Getting It Right
- Choose leaves of similar size, about as wide as your hand with the fingers spread.
- If the leaves tear, patch them with a second leaf or overlap the edges.
- Serve with extra hummus for dipping.
Serving Suggestions
- Extra hummus for dipping
- A piece of fruit
- A cup of broth
Storing & Reheating Collard Green Wraps
Keeps in the fridge for up to 2 days, wrapped in foil or parchment.
Questions About Collard Green Wraps
How long does Collard Green Wraps take to make?
About 18 minutes in total — 15 minutes of preparation and 3 minutes of cooking. The recipe serves 4.
What are the key tips for making Collard Green Wraps?
Choose leaves of similar size, about as wide as your hand with the fingers spread. If the leaves tear, patch them with a second leaf or overlap the edges. Serve with extra hummus for dipping.
What should I serve with Collard Green Wraps?
Extra hummus for dipping; A piece of fruit; A cup of broth.
How should Collard Green Wraps be stored?
Keeps in the fridge for up to 2 days, wrapped in foil or parchment.
Is Collard Green Wraps suitable for a special diet?
This recipe is dairy-free, weight-loss friendly, low-carb, keto and no added sugar. Those labels are checked against the ingredient list, so a dish is only marked when nothing in it contradicts the claim.
How many calories are in Collard Green Wraps?
About 178 kcal per serving, with 21 g protein, 10 g carbohydrate and 6 g fat. The figures are calculated from the ingredient list and are an estimate.
Nutrition per Serving
Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.
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