Holly Leaf Spinach Wraps (Printable version)

Fresh spinach leaves filled with creamy herbed cheese and crisp vegetables, perfect for a healthy snack.

# What you need:

→ Greens

01 - 8 large fresh spinach leaves, washed and dried

→ Filling

02 - 3.5 ounces cream cheese, softened
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
05 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
06 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Vegetables

07 - 1 small carrot, julienned
08 - ½ small red bell pepper, julienned
09 - 8 small cherry tomatoes, for garnish

# How to Make It:

01 - In a small mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, chives, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth and homogeneous.
02 - Lay each spinach leaf flat on a clean, dry surface for assembly.
03 - Spread about 1 tablespoon of the herbed cheese mixture evenly onto the center of each spinach leaf.
04 - Place several julienned carrot and red bell pepper strips atop the cheese on each leaf.
05 - Carefully roll each spinach leaf around the filling, folding in the sides to enclose the contents securely.
06 - Fasten each wrap with a toothpick and top with a cherry tomato to evoke a festive holly appearance.
07 - Serve wraps immediately or chill briefly before presentation for best freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Healthy and fresh
  • Quick and easy to prepare
02 -
  • For a vegan version substitute cream cheese with a plant-based alternative
  • Try adding finely diced cucumber or radish for extra crunch
03 -
  • Use fresh spinach leaves for best texture
  • Chill the wraps briefly before serving to help them hold shape
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