Seitan Shawarma & Baba Ganoush Wrap
A gut-friendly, Middle Eastern-inspired wrap packed with highly digestible plant protein. Savory spiced seitan and creamy baba ganoush are balanced with crisp, refreshing vegetables.
Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min
Makes
2 servings
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthDigestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
A steadier afternoon
Give your day a solid food foundation
Being properly fed cannot solve a hard day, but a substantial meal can remove hunger and an energy dip from the list of things you are juggling.
Notice: mood + energy later
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Leftover seasoned seitan stores beautifully in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, making it great for quick batch-prep lunches.
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Instructions
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Next: Slice the cucumber and red bell pepper…
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Slice the cucumber and red bell pepper…
Slice the cucumber and red bell pepper into thin, even strips. Set them aside with the mixed greens.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over…
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the seitan strips along with a pinch of salt, black pepper, ground cumin, and smoked paprika.
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Sauté the seitan for 4 to 5…
Sauté the seitan for 4 to 5 minutes, tossing occasionally, until warm, fragrant, and slightly browned on the edges. Remove from heat and add a quick squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Look for: warm, fragrant, and slightly browned on the edges
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Lay the flour tortillas flat on a…
Lay the flour tortillas flat on a clean surface. Spread baba ganoush evenly across the center of each tortilla.
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Layer the mixed greens
Layer the mixed greens, sliced cucumber, and red bell pepper evenly over the baba ganoush.
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Top with the warm
Top with the warm, spiced seitan strips. Fold in the sides of the tortillas and roll them up tightly, slicing in half before serving if desired.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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