Protein nori salad wrap
This snack is a blend of all my favorite things. - salad, sushi and eating with your hands.
This is the definition of a quick, nutritious meal that requires very little effort. Another thing I love.
Made with leafy greens, an array of vegetables, a bit of quinoa, edamame, avocado, sauerkraut and a quick homemade dressing blend - this protein nori salad wrap is light, tasty and nutrient dense.
Perfect for a quick light lunch or snack on those busy days, but keep scrolling for more details because there’s lots to love about this one.
Health Perks
Nori is kind of a superstar. It offers vitamins A, B1, B2, B12 and E, and contains more vitamin C than an orange! For vegans, it’s a great alternative to fish or meat. It’s also a great source of iodine and stimulates the thyroid to increase metabolism, which can help facilitate weight loss.
It contains a good amount of protein. Between the quinoa and edamame, you’re getting a good amount of protein per wrap. If you’re hungry, you can double the recipe to make 4 wraps, which would give you even more protein.
It’s got all the fiber. Every single ingredient included here contains fiber. The power of vegetables, what can I say!? A diet rich in fiber is a must for regular elimination and a pillar of good health. So yes to more fiber!
Simple, no crap dressing. Made with three ingredients, including flavorful and alkalizing lime. There’s minimal oil, and absolutely no sugar - a must for a healthy, light dressing if you ask me.
Other Thoughts, Tips and Suggestions
Get creative as you like. Add any raw veg you like - fennel, cabbage, sprouts, kale - the list goes on. The more you make things your own, the more you’ll enjoy eating healthily, and the more of a habit it will become (which is always the goal).
Precook your grains. Batching grains like quinoa or white basmati rice each week is always a good idea. This makes it easy to throw together snacks like this, or bowls if you’re tight on time.
Add some zested ginger or garlic to your dressing. While not necessary if you’re eating in a pinch, it does add a ton of flavor and health benefits. I do this whenever I can. A little bit of extra health sprinkled in here and there adds up, you know?
Any kind of wrap will do. Don’t have nori? Don’t sweat it. Any wrap will do. If you prefer something grain-free, I recommend Siete Foods Tortillas. If you’re looking for something extra nutrient dense, with more fiber and protein, Food For Life Torillas are a great choice.
Use whatever protein you like. If you’re not an edamame fan (or don’t have any on hand), I made these several times with baked tofu and pan fried tempeh and they both work well.
Hope you love it as much as I do!
Protein Nori Salad Wrap
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 5-7 minutes | Yields: 1 serving (2 wraps)
Ingredients:
(For the wrap)
1 nori sheet
1 small handful of soft leafy greens, such arugula or spinach
2-3 tbsp cooked quinoa
1/4 cup shelled edamame
Small handful of carrots, grated or julienned
Small handful of cucumbers, cut in rounds, then quarters
Small handful of red peppers, julienned
1/4 of a ripe avocado, sliced
1 tbsp scallions
1 tbsp sesame seeds (black or white) or gomasio
(For the dressing)
1 lime, juiced
1/2 tbsp sesame oil
Splash of low sodium tamari
Directions
Combine all salad ingredients in a medium mixing bowl. Except the nori and avocado. Then, add your dressing ingredients and gently mix well until salad ingredients are lightly coated with dressing.
Wrap it up. Lay your nori sheet on a flat surface. Add your salad ingredients to your nori sheet and layer the avocado on top of your salad, in the bottom third area, and begin to roll or fold over. Keep folding unit you reach the end of the nori sheet. If it’s too full, remove some salad and eat it on it’s own, on the side. This is meant to be a quick healthy meal or snack - don’t worry about perfecting the roll.
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