Save A festive, quick wrap that transforms Christmas dinner leftovers into a delicious, portable meal. Perfect for next-day lunches or easy snacks.
This wrap hack has saved many lunches with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
- Wrap & Base: 2 large flour tortillas (or whole wheat wraps); 2 tbsp mayonnaise or cranberry sauce
- Christmas Leftovers: 100 g roast turkey or chicken, sliced; 50 g cooked stuffing, crumbled; 50 g roast potatoes, sliced or chopped; 30 g cooked vegetables (e.g., carrots, peas, Brussels sprouts), chopped; 2 tbsp gravy (optional, for drizzling)
- Fresh Additions: 1 small handful fresh spinach or lettuce leaves; Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Warm the tortillas in a dry pan for 30 seconds on each side, or microwave for 10 seconds until pliable.
- Step 2:
- Spread mayonnaise or cranberry sauce over each tortilla, leaving a 2 cm border.
- Step 3:
- Layer spinach or lettuce, then add turkey/chicken, stuffing, roast potatoes, and vegetables.
- Step 4:
- Drizzle with gravy if using, and season with salt and pepper.
- Step 5:
- Fold in the sides, roll up tightly from the bottom, and slice in half.
- Step 6:
- Serve immediately, or wrap in foil for later.
Save This wrap is a family favorite for using festive leftovers and enjoying them anew.
Required Tools
Chopping board, Knife, Frying pan or microwave (for warming wraps), Spoon
Allergen Information
Contains gluten (tortillas stuffing), egg (mayonnaise), and possibly dairy (gravy cheese if added). Check all leftovers for allergens and cross-contamination.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 370 Total Fat: 10 g Carbohydrates: 47 g Protein: 20 g
Save Enjoy this simple wrap as a tasty way to give your Christmas leftovers a second life.
Recipe FAQ
- → What types of leftovers work best in these wraps?
Leftover roast turkey or chicken pairs well with stuffing, potatoes, and cooked vegetables to create a flavorful combination.
- → Can these wraps be made vegetarian?
Yes, substitute turkey with vegetarian roast and use hummus or vegan mayo for the spread to keep it plant-based.
- → How should the wraps be warmed before assembling?
Warm tortillas briefly in a dry pan for about 30 seconds per side or microwave for 10 seconds until flexible.
- → What fresh elements add texture to the wrap?
Adding spinach or lettuce provides freshness and a crisp contrast to the warm fillings.
- → Is it better to eat the wrap immediately or later?
While best served warm and fresh, these wraps can be wrapped in foil and enjoyed cold as a convenient meal or snack.