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Turkey & Cheese Wrap

This Turkey & Cheese Wrap is one of the best 15 easy cold lunch ideas for kids. It’s quick to prepare, requires no heating, and stays fresh in a lunchbox until lunchtime. Perfect for school, daycare, or camp, this wrap is filling, kid-approved, and easy to customize.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 9 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large whole-wheat tortilla (8 to 10 inch)
  • 2 slices turkey deli meat
  • 1 slice cheddar or mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tbsp cream cheese or mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup lettuce, finely chopped
  • 2 to 3 thin cucumber slices
  • 1 small pinch salt (optional)
  • 1 small pinch black pepper (optional)

Equipment

  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Butter knife or spreader
  • 1 Sharp knife
  • 1 Lunchbox or airtight container

Method
 

  1. Lay the tortilla flat on a clean cutting board.
  2. Spread cream cheese or mayonnaise evenly over the tortilla.
  3. Place turkey slices on top of the spread.
  4. Add cheese slice, chopped lettuce, and cucumber slices.
  5. Sprinkle a small pinch of salt and pepper if using.
  6. Roll the tortilla tightly into a wrap.
  7. Slice in half for easy eating or keep whole.
  8. Place in an airtight container and refrigerate until packing.

Notes

  • This wrap is one of the easiest cold lunch ideas for kids and works well for picky eaters.
  • Swap turkey for grilled chicken, ham, or a vegetarian filling.
  • For a nut-free school lunch, use cream cheese instead of nut-based spreads.
  • Add the wrap to an insulated lunchbox with an ice pack to keep it fresh.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Protein: 16 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 3 g