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Ayurvedic Vege Wrap

Written by Rippan Sandhu

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Posted on 31 March 2025

Ayurvedic Vege Wrap

(Tridoshic & Kid-Friendly)

 

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 15-20 minutes

Servings: 4

 

Ingredients

For the Patty:

  • 1 cup cooked mung beans (or red lentils for a softer texture)

  • ½ cup cooked quinoa (or brown rice)

  • ½ cup grated carrot

  • ½ cup grated zucchini

  • ¼ cup mashed sweet potato (adds natural sweetness & softness)

  • ¼ cup finely chopped cilantro (or parsley for a milder taste)

  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger

  • ½ teaspoon cumin powder

  • ½ teaspoon coriander powder

  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder

  • ½ teaspoon fennel powder (good for digestion & cooling)

  • Salt & black pepper to taste

  • 2 tablespoons ghee or olive oil

 

For the Wraps:

Choose one based on preference:

  • Whole-wheat home made roti / tortilla 

  • Soft pita bread (Western-friendly & fluffy)

  • Gluten-free Mung dal, ragi or besan wrap (for Ayurveda & health-conscious eaters)

 

For the Creamy Dressing:

  • ¼ cup tahini (or plain yogurt for a tangy taste)

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • ½ teaspoon cumin powder

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ cup water (to thin the dressing)

 

Toppings (Optional):

  • Sliced avocado

  • Fresh baby spinach or lettuce

  • Thinly sliced cucumber or radish

  • Crumbled feta cheese (optional, non-traditional but adds creaminess)

 


 

Instructions

1. Prepare the Patty:

  1. In a bowl, mix cooked mung beans, quinoa, grated carrot, zucchini, mashed sweet potato, and herbs.

  2. Add grated ginger, cumin, coriander, turmeric, fennel, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

  3. Mash lightly with a fork or potato masher until the mixture holds together.

  4. Shape into 4 small patties (about ½-inch thick).

2. Cook the Patty:

  1. Heat ghee or olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

  2. Cook patties for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown.

3. Make the Dressing:

  1. In a small bowl, mix tahini, lemon juice, cumin, salt, and water until smooth.

  2. Adjust consistency by adding more water if needed.

4. Assemble the Wrap:

  1. Warm the wrap (tortilla/pita/chickpea wrap) in a pan for 30 seconds per side.

  2. Spread 1 tablespoon of dressing on the wrap.

  3. Add one patty, avocado slices, and fresh greens.

  4. Roll it up and serve warm.

 


 

Tips & Variations:

🌱 For a Crunchier Wrap: Lightly toast the wrap before serving.
🔥 For a Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of red chilli flakes or a drizzle of mild harissa sauce.
🥑 For Extra Creaminess: Add more avocado or a spoonful of hummus inside the wrap.

Basic Ragi or Whole Wheat Wrap (Makes 4 wraps)

🌿 Healthy | High-Fibre | Easy

Ingredients:

  • ½ cup Ragi (finger millet) flour or whole wheat flour

  • ½ cup water (adjust as needed)

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon olive oil or ghee (optional, for softness)

Instructions:

  1. Make the Dough:

    • In a bowl, mix flour and salt.

    • Add water gradually, kneading into a soft dough.

    • If using ragi, let it rest for 10 minutes (it absorbs water slowly).

  2. Roll & Cook:

    • Divide into 4 small balls and roll out thin wraps.

    • Heat a pan, cook each wrap for 30 seconds per side, flipping until light brown spots appear.

  3. Serve:

    • Use immediately or store in a warm towel.

 


 

Mung Dal Wrap Variation 🌱 (High-Protein & Gluten-Free)

Ingredients:

  • ½ cup split yellow mung dal, soaked for 2 hours

  • ¼ cup water

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon cumin powder

  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder

  • Ghee or oil for cooking

Instructions:

  1. Blend soaked mung dal with water, salt, and spices into a smooth batter (like pancake batter).

  2. Heat a pan, lightly grease it, and pour a ladleful of batter.

  3. Spread thinly (like a crepe) and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until golden.

  4. Use as a wrap or eat as is with chutney.