These Mediterranean Taco Roll-Ups are packed with fresh flavors and wholesome ingredients. We prepare these roll-ups with whole wheat tortillas, lean ground turkey, olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, oregano, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, romaine lettuce, feta cheese, parsley, hummus, and fresh lemon juice. These roll-ups contain approximately 320 calories and 28g of protein. We make these Taco Roll-Ups in just 30 minutes. These Mediterranean Taco Roll-Ups are perfect for quick lunches, easy dinners, meal prep, picnics, family gatherings, party appetizers, and healthy grab-and-go meals. These roll-ups can be refrigerated for almost three days, while the cooked turkey filling can be frozen for nearly two months, so you can prepare them earlier. You can serve these Mediterranean Taco Roll-Ups with Greek Salad, Tabbouleh, Lentil Soup, Roasted Vegetables, Hummus Platters, or Sparkling Lemon Water.
STATS:
- Course: Main Course, Lunch, Appetizer, Snack
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Diet: Mediterranean
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Cook Duration: 10 minutes
- Portion Size: 1 whole roll-up
- Cooking Mode: Stovetop
- Servings: 6
- Level of Difficulty: Easy
- Total Duration: 30 minutes
EQUIPMENT:
- Skillet
- Bowl
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
- Serving platter
- Plastic wrap
INGREDIENTS:
FILLINGS:
- 1 lb ground turkey
- Olive oil, one tablespoon
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp oregano
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup cucumber
- ½ cup red onion
- ½ cup Kalamata olives
- 1 cup romaine lettuce
- ½ cup feta cheese
- ¼ cup parsley
ASSEMBLY:
- 6 large whole wheat tortillas
- ¾ cup hummus
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
GROUND TURKEY:
- We use ground turkey to deliver protein and a hearty texture to these roll-ups. You can also use ground chicken or lean beef.
WHOLE WHEAT TORTILLAS:
- Whole wheat tortillas hold the filling together and add fiber to the recipe. As a substitute, use regular flour tortillas, spinach wraps, gluten-free wraps, or lavash bread.
HUMMUS:
- Hummus gives creaminess and real Mediterranean flavor to the roll-ups. Alternatively, you can use tzatziki, Greek yogurt spread, baba ganoush, or mashed avocado.
FETA CHEESE:
- We utilize feta cheese for its tangy taste and classic Mediterranean character. You might also utilize goat cheese or ricotta salata.
KALAMATA OLIVES:
- Kalamata olives provide a rich and briny flavor. As an alternative, use black olives, green olives, or capers.
CUCUMBER:
- Cucumber will provide freshness and a satisfying crunch to the roll-ups. Instead, you can use celery, diced zucchini, or bell peppers.
CHERRY TOMATOES:
- Cherry tomatoes contribute sweetness and juiciness to the filling. You can substitute them with Roma tomatoes, grape tomatoes, or sun-dried tomatoes.
PARSLEY:
- This component improves the roll-ups with a bright texture and aromatic taste. Alternatively, use dill, mint, basil, or cilantro.
OLIVE OIL:
- Olive oil aids in cooking the turkey and gives nutritious Mediterranean fats. Alternate it with avocado oil if desired.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm the olive oil in a pan and cook the ground turkey till it is brown, for about seven minutes.
- Whisk in the pepper, cumin, salt, paprika, oregano, and garlic powder.
- Cook for almost three months.
- Bring it out of the flame and gently cool it.
- Mix parsley, cucumber, olives, red onion, and tomatoes in a dish.
- Put tortillas flat and distribute all with hummus.
- We drizzle the lemon juice on the hummus.
- Equally spread the mixture of turkey on the tortillas.
- Garnish with feta cheese, lettuce, and a vegetable mixture.
- Tightly roll the tortillas into logs.
- Refrigerate them for almost fifteen minutes.
- Make half slices and then serve these roll-ups.
TIPS:
- We utilize flavored hummus to get an extra flavor.
- Before assembling, cool the turkey to avoid soggy tortillas.
- Before slicing, refrigerate roll-ups to make clean cuts.
- Include the arugula or spinach for additional greens.
- Completely dry the veggies to eliminate extra water content.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SALADS:
- Greek
- Tabbouleh
- Cucumber Tomato
- Mediterranean Chickpea
- Fattoush
SOUPS:
- Lentil
- Lemon Chicken
- Tomato Basil
- Mediterranean Vegetable
- Chickpea Spinach
SIDES:
- Roasted Vegetables
- Stuffed Grape Leaves
- Herb Rice Pilaf
- Roasted Sweet Potatoes
- Garlic Green Beans
APPETIZERS AND DIPS:
- Hummus Platter
- Tzatziki Dip
- Baba Ganoush
- Marinated Olives
- Roasted Red Pepper Dip
BEVERAGES:
- Sparkling Lemon Water
- Mint Iced Tea
- Cucumber Lemonade
- Pomegranate Spritzer
- Herbal Tea Blend
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Store these roll-ups for nearly three days in a closed box.
FREEZER:
- We do not suggest storing these roll-ups after assembling. Store the cooked turkey filling individually for not less than 60 days.
FAQs:
May we utilize lettuce wraps as an alternative to tortillas?
Yes, you can use large lettuce leaves, as they work perfectly.
Can we prepare these roll-ups earlier?
Yes, you can make these roll-ups twenty-four hours earlier and then chill them.
Which different cheeses can we utilize?
You can use dairy-free cheese replacements, goat cheese, ricotta salata, or mozzarella.
Will we prepare these roll-ups vegetarian?
Yes, you can use plant-based meat, chickpeas, falafel crumbles, or lentils.
How can we avoid soggy tortillas?
Utilize hummus as a moisture barrier and completely dry the veggies.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 320 kcal
Sodium: 520 mg
Net Carbs: 21 g
Fiber: 5 g
Sugar: 3 g
Fat: 13 g
Protein: 28 g
Total Carbs: 26 g