Best 3 Make Ahead Lunch Wraps Recipes

In today's fast-paced world, convenience and time-saving hacks have become essential in our daily routines. Packing a healthy and satisfying lunch can be a challenge, especially when mornings are hectic. Make-ahead lunch wraps offer a perfect solution for busy individuals seeking a quick and portable meal. These versatile wraps can be customized with a variety of fillings and flavors, making them a favorite among adults and children alike. Whether you're looking for a quick weekday lunch or a packed meal for outdoor adventures, this article will guide you through the art of creating delicious and nutritious make-ahead lunch wraps that will save you time and keep you satisfied throughout the day. Get ready to explore a world of culinary possibilities and discover the joy of hassle-free lunch prep with our carefully curated collection of recipes.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

MAKE AHEAD LUNCH WRAPS

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These are a delicious make-ahead lunch to freeze as a handy lunch to bring to work! Just make, freeze, and then heat in the microwave for a very balanced meal.

Provided by Melissa Pietrosanti

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican

Time 1h5m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked brown rice
4 cups water
4 (15 ounce) cans black beans
2 (15.5 ounce) cans pinto beans
1 (10 ounce) can whole kernel corn
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles
16 (10 inch) flour tortillas
1 pound shredded pepperjack cheese

Steps:

Combine rice and water in a saucepan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 35 to 40 minutes, or until tender. Remove from heat, and cool.
Place black beans and pinto beans into a colander or strainer, and rinse. Add corn and diced tomatoes with green chilies, and toss to mix. Transfer to a large bowl, and mix in rice and cheese.
Divide the mixture evenly among the tortillas, and roll up. Wrap individually in plastic wrap, place into a large freezer bag, and freeze. Reheat as needed in the microwave for lunch or snacks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 557.3 calories, Carbohydrate 80.8 g, Cholesterol 30.4 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 13.6 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 1312.1 mg, Sugar 2 g

MAKE-AHEAD SANDWICH ROLLS

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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 2h15m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

6 flatbreads or tortillas in assorted colors/flavors (2 red, 2 green, 2 white)
12 slices American cheese
1 pound shaved turkey
1 head romaine lettuce, shredded
1 pound shaved smoked ham
1 cup mayonnaise
1 canned chipotle chile in adobo, diced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Serving suggestions: mayonnaise and Dijon mustard

Steps:

For the sandwich rolls: On each piece of flatbread, lay 2 slices of American cheese, a layer of shaved turkey, a layer of lettuce and finally a layer of shaved ham. Roll each flatbread into a large roll and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for several hours.
For the chipotle mayonnaise: In a medium bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, diced chipotle and salt and pepper to taste.
When ready to serve, remove the flatbreads from the fridge and slice each into 4 or 5 thick rounds. Serve with the chipotle mayonnaise, regular mayonnaise and Dijon mustard.

MAKE AHEAD WRAPS - OAMC

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I was thinking that if you can make breakfast burritos to freeze than you have to be able to make a healthy wrap for lunch. Here is the result. Feel free to change it up to whatever sounds good to you!

Provided by TishT

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h10m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 cup uncooked brown rice
4 cups water
1 (4 ounce) package southwest seasoning
4 (15 ounce) cans black beans
2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans pinto beans
1 (10 ounce) can whole kernel corn
1 (10 ounce) jar salsa
16 10-inch flour tortillas
1 teaspoon cumin
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon oregano
1 onion, chopped
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded

Steps:

Combine rice, southwest seasoning and water in a saucepan, and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 35-40 minutes, or until tender.
Remove from heat, and cool.
Place black beans and pinto beans into a colander or strainer, and rinse.
Transfer to a large bowl. Add corn, onion, spices and salsa, and toss to mix.
Mix in rice and cheese.
Divide the mixture evenly among the tortillas, and roll up.
Freeze wraps in single layer on lightly greased cookie sheet.
When fully frozen, wrap individually; place wraps in large zip-top freezer bags; freeze.
TO SERVE: Unwrap wraps (that even sounds funny to me) from foil or plastic wrap that you used for freezing.
Wrap in a paper towel.
Cook in microwave until heated through (about 2 minutes).
Or thaw wrap (remove plastic wrap if used in freezing), put foil, and bake at 350F for ten minutes.

Tips:

Choose versatile ingredients that can be used in various wrap combinations.
Prepare your wraps ahead of time to save time during the week.
Use a variety of fillings to create wraps that are both delicious and visually appealing.
Experiment with different types of wraps, such as whole wheat, spinach, or sun-dried tomato wraps.
Get creative with your wrap fillings and sauces. There are endless possibilities!
Make sure to wrap your wraps tightly so that they don't come apart when you eat them.
Store your wraps in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Make-ahead lunch wraps are a convenient and delicious way to save time and money during the week. With a little planning, you can easily create a variety of wraps that are both healthy and satisfying. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy lunch option, reach for a make-ahead lunch wrap. You won't be disappointed!