Save A festive, quick wrap that transforms Christmas dinner leftovers into a delicious, portable meal. Perfect for next-day lunches or easy snacks.
This simple wrap hack has saved my family from food waste every holiday season and makes for a tasty lunch the next day.
Ingredients
- Wrap & Base: 2 large flour tortillas (or whole wheat wraps), 2 tbsp mayonnaise or cranberry sauce
- Christmas Leftovers: 100 g roast turkey or chicken, sliced, 50 g cooked stuffing, crumbled, 50 g roast potatoes, sliced or chopped, 30 g cooked vegetables (e.g., carrots, peas, Brussels sprouts), chopped, 2 tbsp gravy (optional, for drizzling)
- Fresh Additions: 1 small handful fresh spinach or lettuce leaves, Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Warm the tortillas in a dry pan for 30 seconds on each side, or microwave for 10 seconds until pliable.
- Step 2:
- Spread mayonnaise or cranberry sauce over each tortilla, leaving a 2 cm border.
- Step 3:
- Layer spinach or lettuce, then add turkey/chicken, stuffing, roast potatoes, and vegetables.
- Step 4:
- Drizzle with gravy if using, and season with salt and pepper.
- Step 5:
- Fold in the sides, roll up tightly from the bottom, and slice in half.
- Step 6:
- Serve immediately, or wrap in foil for later.
Save My kids love helping me assemble these wraps the morning after Christmas, making it a fun family tradition.
Notes
Best served warm, but also great cold for packed lunches. Add cheese, pickles, or fresh herbs for extra flavor.
Required Tools
Chopping board, Knife, Frying pan or microwave (for warming wraps), Spoon
Allergen Information
Contains gluten (tortillas stuffing), egg (mayonnaise), and possibly dairy (gravy cheese if added). Check all leftovers for allergens and cross-contamination.
Save This wrap is a perfect solution to enjoy your holiday leftovers creatively and deliciously.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use other meats besides turkey?
Yes, ham, beef, or a vegetarian roast can be substituted to suit your taste.
- → What can I use instead of mayonnaise or cranberry sauce?
Hummus or vegan mayo are great alternatives, especially for plant-based versions.
- → Is it better to eat the wrap warm or cold?
Both work well; warm wraps enhance flavors, while cold wraps make convenient packed lunches.
- → Can I add extra ingredients for more flavor?
Yes, cheese, pickles, or fresh herbs can be added to boost taste and texture.
- → How do I warm the tortillas without drying them out?
Warm tortillas briefly in a dry pan or microwave just until pliable for easy rolling and soft texture.