Wrap Recipes: Collard Wraps with Turmeric Spread
Lunch can often be a challenge. So many times, I find myself lost in a project, only to realize that lunch time has passed and I am starving. At that point, I need something quick and healthy to throw together. That is when raw food can really shine. Grab a couple of collard leaves, chop up some veggies and make a quick sauce and you have a delicious collard green wrap that can be prepared in minutes. This one is a great addition to your wrap recipes collection.
This recipe features a wonderful coconut, lime, turmeric sauce that is the perfect compliment for the cucumbers and peppers. A little carrot thrown in for good measure gives it a little more flavor and crunch. Turmeric is a very healthy spice. It is often called a super food because of all of it’s healthy benefits. You can read more about turmeric here: Healthy Turmeric.
Collard Green Wraps with Coconut Lime Turmeric Sauce
SERVES 4
Turmeric Sauce
- 1 young thai coconut, flesh from (approximately 1 cup, packed)
- 1/3 cup fresh coconut water (from young thai coconut)
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh chopped ginger
- 1/2 lime, juice from
- 1 teaspoon agave nectar or other liquid sweetener
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon coriander
- pinch Himalayan salt
- Blend all ingredients in high-speed blender until smooth. Set aside to let flavors marry.
Wraps
- 4 collard green leaves
- 1/2 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
- 1 carrot, cut into thin strips
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half
- 1/2 cucumber, cut into thin strips
- Place filling ingredients on collard leaf.
- Top with dressing.
- Roll and cut in half.
amber wrote on May 31, 2012
Hi There,
Just a note to let you know I shared your awesome recipe on my monthly recipe round-up highlighting raw dishes. If you get a chance, come on over and check out the other inspiring raw recipes from sweet to savory.
Be Well,
–Amber
Barb wrote on May 28, 2012
I made this on the weekend it was delish… I used lettuce from my garden for the wrap instead.
Summer wrote on May 22, 2012
I’ve had zero luck with coconuts.. is there some kind of alternative, like raw shredded, dried, coconut I could use instead? Or perhaps an easy way to get the coconut meat?? Thanks for sharing the recipe and I can’t wait to try it!
Susan wrote on May 25, 2012
They are actually quite simple to open. Check here: http://www.rawmazing.com/raw-food-all-about-young-coconuts/
Leslie @ healthybybalance wrote on May 17, 2012
I love dips and spreads, I cannot wait to try the turmeric sauce…and how good is turmeric for us!
Stefania wrote on May 15, 2012
I love wraps and tacos like this to keep from getting bored with salads. Sometimes it’s all in the delivery, you know? That spread looks delicious, very different from anything I’ve tried.
Stacey wrote on May 12, 2012
Susan, you are an amazing raw chef and I truly appreciate you putting all these free recipes out on the blogosphere. I solemnly swear to buy every recipe book you publish. Thank you for making raw food so easy and delicious.
JoAnn wrote on May 10, 2012
Beautiful! I love all the colors of this dish. Your photos are so nice my mouth waters!
Emily wrote on May 8, 2012
This looks beautiful and delicious; I can’t wait to try it at home! I’m so glad to have stumbled on your blog and hope to have time soon to dig deeper. Cheers!
katie @ imperfectpeople wrote on May 8, 2012
that looks delightful!!