Lots of flavor in this Strawberry Basil Avocado Wrap –perfect for lunch! I went with the extra goodness of spinach, goat cheese and balsamic vinegar but feel free to use a vegan-friendly cheese spread and greens of your choice.
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Fun fact: I used to work in the catering kitchen when I went to CMU (Central Michigan University). The catering kitchen prepped and made all of the snacks and grab-n-go meals that were sold around the campus stores and coffee shops. We would prep everything from fruits and veggies to making sandwiches, parfaits, salads, etc. It was a ridiculously easy job, and actually kind of fun depending on the crew you were working with 😉
The schedule for each day changed depending on what was ordered by the campus stores. Some days there were tons of sandwiches to make, other days loads of fruits and veggies to prep. But on the days where there were strawberries to be cut… you can bet I was calling shotgun. 😀
Strawberries were my first fruit love. To this day they are probably still my favorite fruit. They can be enjoyed SO many ways. They’re amazing on their own, with yogurt and granola, on top of salads, in baked goods…
I’m also very excited to announce I am a California Giant Berry Farms Brand Ambassador this year!
Basically a dream come true, seriously. ALL THE BERRIES. And GIANT ones. I mean, you’ve seen the California Giant Strawberries in the grocery stores, I am sure of it. The giant strawberries can’t be missed. Rest assured, there are no GMOS or anything injected into the berries to make them huge. The environment that they grow in is what produces the biggest, juiciest berries you ever did see. Mother nature is amazing.
I’m also super excited about this Strawberry Basil Avocado Wrap we have here today. Almost all of my favorite foods wrapped into one recipe. Read: strawberries, avocados, goat cheese. *happy dance*
What you need
wraps flour, gluten-free, your choice
goat cheese or vegan/dairy-free sub
spinach
strawberries
avocado
basil
balsamic
You could also add your choice of lean protein in there too. A grilled salmon or chicken would work well. Mr. FMK happened to be home the day I was photographing this recipe and even though he was pleasantly surprised with how well they tasted sans the meat, I’m pretty sure he unfolded the wrap shortly after his first bite to add sneak some meat in there. To each their own, my friends.
Either way you decide to enjoy them, this combo is so delicious. Strawberries and avocado are meant to be. Oh, and if you’re not a fan of regular balsamic, just use your favorite dressing! Actually, my famous (okay, it isn’t famous, but I am calling it famous) balsamic almond butter dressing would be ridiculously amazing in this wrap. WHY DIDN’T I THINK OF THIS SOONER.
Anyways, make this strawberry avocado wrap and be prepared to fall in love.
Strawberry Basil Avocado Wrap with goat cheese and balsamic
Ingredients
- 6 wraps (flour, gluten-free, your choice)
- 4oz goat cheese (or vegan/dairy-free sub)
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1 quart strawberries, sliced
- 2 medium avocados, fleshed and sliced
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
- balsamic vinegar (or favorite dressing)
Instructions
- Have all ingredients laid out on flat surface before beginning.
- Start by spreading about 1 tablespoon cheese onto wrap, then layer on small handful of spinach (about ½ cup) and gently press spinach leaves into cheese.
- Add on a handful of thinly sliced strawberries in one layer, then top with sliced avocado, some basil leaves and drizzle on balsamic vinegar or dressing of choice.
- Gently fold in the ends of the wrap first and start rolling up (think Chipotle-style). Use a toothpick to help hold the wrap together if you wish before slicing diagonally with large sharp knife. Enjoy!
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Who doesn’t love simple sweepstakes and free money?
What is your favorite way to enjoy strawberries?
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That is so cool that you worked at a catering kitchen; that was good preparation for the job that you do now. These would be a really good wrap to do for a catered light lunch. YUM!
so I think I have everything for making this wrap and I think I might just need to make it this week! It looks delicious and you cannot go wrong with goat cheese on it — my favorite!