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High Protein Chicken Cucumber Pesto Lunch Rolls

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Crunchy cucumber and creamy basil pesto wrap up tender grilled chicken in whole grain tortillas for a refreshing, protein-packed lunch. A Mediterranean-inspired, handheld meal with bold flavor and hydration.

  • Total Time: 25
  • Yield: 4 lunch rolls 1x

Ingredients

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1 grilled chicken breast (5 oz), sliced
4 whole grain tortillas
4 cucumber slices (1/4″ thick)
1/4 cup basil pesto
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F
Grill chicken breast with olive oil, salt, and pepper until fully cooked
Cool, then slice into strips
Divide tortillas between 4 plates
Spread 1 tbsp pesto evenly on each tortilla
Place chicken slices and cucumber overlapping in center
Roll tightly, tucking edges under
Wrap in parchment and bake 5 minutes for crispness (optional)

Notes

Substitute pesto with hummus or ranch for variation
Assemble rolls up to 24 hours ahead in airtight containers
Chill wrapped rolls for firmer texture
Customize with lettuce wraps for gluten-free option

  • Author: Samantha Jones
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Category: High Protein Meals
  • Method: Baking/Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.8g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg