Save A vibrant, healthy snack featuring spinach leaves filled with a creamy herbed cheese and crisp vegetables, inspired by the festive look of holly leaves.
This recipe reminds me of holiday gatherings where colorful, flavorful snacks bring everyone together.
Ingredients
- Greens: 8 large fresh spinach leaves (washed and dried)
- Filling: 100 g (3.5 oz) cream cheese, softened, 1 tbsp fresh chives finely chopped, 1 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped, 1 tsp lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetables: 1 small carrot julienned, 1/2 small red bell pepper julienned, 8 small cherry tomatoes (for garnish)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese, chives, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Step 2:
- Lay each spinach leaf flat on a clean surface.
- Step 3:
- Spread about 1 tablespoon of the herbed cheese mixture onto the center of each leaf.
- Step 4:
- Arrange a few carrot and bell pepper strips on top of the cheese.
- Step 5:
- Carefully roll up each spinach leaf, folding in the sides as you go to enclose the filling.
- Step 6:
- Secure each wrap with a toothpick and crown with a cherry tomato berry for a festive holly look.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.
Save My family loves making these wraps together especially during festive seasons it brings a lot of joy and color to our table.
Required Tools
Small mixing bowl, spoon or small spatula, sharp knife, cutting board, toothpicks
Allergen Information
Contains milk (dairy) from cream cheese. Always check product labels for allergens if using alternative spreads.
Nutritional Information
Calories 55, Total Fat 3.5 g, Carbohydrates 3 g, Protein 2 g per wrap
Save These wraps are perfect for a light snack or party appetizer and can be customized easily to suit your taste.
Kitchen Guide
- → Can I use a vegan alternative for the cheese?
Yes, plant-based cream cheese or other dairy-free spreads can be substituted to keep the wraps vegan-friendly while maintaining a creamy texture.
- → How should I prepare the spinach leaves for wrapping?
Choose large, fresh spinach leaves, wash thoroughly, and dry them completely. Laying them flat helps with easy spreading and rolling.
- → What vegetables complement the filling best?
Julienned carrots and red bell peppers add a crunch and sweetness which balance well with the herbed cheese filling.
- → Is it better to serve these wraps immediately or chilled?
They can be served right away for freshest taste or chilled briefly to firm up and enhance flavors before serving.
- → How can I add extra texture to the wraps?
Try adding finely diced cucumbers or radishes inside for additional crunch and freshness.