Red grapes, a good source of resveratrol, a phytonutrient with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory qualities, are the sweet, juicy surprise in this delicious wrap. Satiating plant-based protein comes from chickpeas and walnuts, which are also high in cancer-preventive fiber.
Chickpeas, like other dry beans and peas, contain folate, resistant starch and antioxidant photochemicals that qualify them as a “Food That Fights Cancer.” Walnuts, known for being a good source of the plant form of omega-3 fat, alpha linolenic acid, make these wraps wonderfully crunchy and their roasted savory flavor is a pleasing contrast to the grapes. – Paula Meyer, Mission Training Center Nutritionist
Ingredients
1 can (15-ounce) chickpeas (garbanzo beans) drained and rinsed
2 cups seedless red grapes, halved*
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1/2 cup coarsely chopped roasted walnuts
1 Tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil
1 Tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
1 Tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme
1⁄2 cup plain low fat Greek yogurt
2 Tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and Pepper
8 (8-inch) whole wheat or GF tortillas
Directions
1. In large mixing bowl, add all ingredients, except tortillas, and gently combine. (For more cohesive mixture, first gently mash chickpeas with potato masher just to break skins before adding remaining ingredients.)
2. On bottom half of tortilla, spoon 1⁄2 cup mixture in broad line.
3. Fold left and right sides toward center until almost touching. Fold bottom edge toward center. Roll wrap firmly upwards and place toothpick 2 inches from each end.
4. Slice wrap diagonally and place cut side up on plate or platter. Repeat.
5. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate to serve later in the day.
*Large lettuce leaves can be substituted for tortillas and used to “wrap” the salad.
Nutrition information: Makes 8 servings (2 halves per serving. Per serving: 367 calories; 10 grams total fat; 1 gram saturated fat; 58 grams carbohydrates; 15 g protein, 10g dietary fiber, 425 mg sodium.
