Warm Turkey Pesto Wrap
Sliced turkey breast, dairy-free melted mozzarella, and fragrant basil pesto toasted inside a soft wrap. A quick, comforting meal packed with satisfying lean protein.
Prep
5 min
Cook
8 min
Total
13 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Katie + Lila
Katie created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
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.
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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
Comfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 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
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
8 min
Total
13 min
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Equipment
Oven · Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
If preparing ahead for lunch, assemble the wrap dry and toast in a skillet or toaster oven right before serving.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 2Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
- 3Read through the steps once before you begin
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Instructions
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Next: Lay the whole-wheat wrap flat on a…
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Lay the whole-wheat wrap flat on a…
Lay the whole-wheat wrap flat on a clean cutting board or plate.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Spread the dairy-free basil pesto evenly over…
Spread the dairy-free basil pesto evenly over the center of the wrap, leaving a 1 inch (2.5cm) border along the edges.
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Layer the sliced turkey breast
Layer the sliced turkey breast, baby spinach, and dairy-free cheese slice down the center of the wrap.
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Fold the left and right sides of…
Fold the left and right sides of the wrap inward, then roll firmly from the bottom up to enclose the filling.
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Warm a dry non-stick skillet or pan…
Warm a dry non-stick skillet or pan over medium heat for 2 minutes.
Allow: 2 minutes
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Place the wrap seam-side down in the…
Place the wrap seam-side down in the hot skillet.
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Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per…
Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until the outer tortilla turns golden brown and crisp, and the dairy-free cheese inside is fully melted.
Look for: the outer tortilla turns golden brown and crisp, and the dairy-free cheese inside is fully melted
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Remove from heat
Remove from heat, slice diagonally, and serve warm immediately. Store any extra unheated assembled wraps in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Allow: 24 hours
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