Fuel Your Spring with Mediterranean Beef and Veggie Wraps!

It might not feel like Spring yet here in the Pacific Northwest, but winter is surely melting away and that doesn’t just mean a change in the weather. The beautiful crocuses are making their appearance, and so are the soccer balls, baseball gloves, and track shoes! For households with student athletes, Spring also means that we are about to be slammed with a new sports schedule on top of everything else – and that can be quite an undertaking! Having healthy, satisfying meals on board will certainly help as we ease into a new season. One of the most important staples on a menu that supports your growing athlete, is beef. That makes these Mediterranean Beef and Veggie Wraps one of the best options, not only for busy weeknights, but for that nutritious boost you and your kids need to tackle all that Spring brings.

This post is sponsored by the Washington State Beef Commission.

With only fifteen minutes of prep and packing 22 grams of protein, these wraps are perfect for on-the-go or school lunches. They can even be made the night before which is a huge win when you’re bouncing from school pick-ups to baseball practice and beyond!

One of the reasons I choose high-quality, lean beef whenever possible for my growing children, is that it helps build and maintain muscle. This is especially important for student athletes who need replenishment. The protein that beef provides is also known to help satisfy hunger for longer, which is so important as our kids have long days at school and sports. When paired with an active lifestyle, a high-protein diet can help support strong, lean bodies.

Maintaining a healthy body weight won’t only help your child succeed as an athlete but will also boost their confidence and help them thrive on the field, in the classroom, and really in every aspect of their lives. Teaching them to have a healthy lifestyle and a diet that supports it is priceless.

If you are looking for more help in that area, check out the Sports Nutrition Game Plan for student athletes! Developed by sports dietitian Amy Goodson and aimed at junior high and high school athletes, this program can help educate students, parents, and coaches about the benefits of beef for training and how to get optimal nutrition out of your diet. You can register for free or learn more about the program HERE. You’ll receive expert tips on how to integrate nutrition into your child’s routine, benefit from resources that can enhance athletic performance, and access nutrition education in a practical way.

I hope you enjoy this recipe during the busy spring season. As you hurry to extra curriculars surrounded by muddy cleats, backpacks, and umbrellas, make sure you’ve got the fuel that you and your kids need to stay satisfied!

Mediterranean Beef and Veggie Wraps

Ingredients:

12 ounces cooked beef (such as steak, roast, pot roast, or deli roast beef) thinly sliced
4 medium whole wheat flour tortillas (8 to 10-inch diameter)
Hummus, any variety or Garlicky White Bean Spread (recipe follows)
Fresh salad greens (such as baby spinach, arugula, mixed salad greens or thinly sliced Romaine)

Vegetables:

grape tomato halves, shredded carrots, red bell pepper strips, thinly sliced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion

Directions:

Spread each tortilla evenly with hummus, as desired, leaving 1/4-inch border around edge.

Top with equal amounts salad greens and vegetables, as desired.

Top evenly with and beef slices.

Roll up tightly.

Garlicky White Bean Spread: Combine 1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great Northern or cannellini beans, rinsed, drained, 2 tablespoons water, 1 tablespoon lemon juice,1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar, 1 small clove garlic, minced and ½ teaspoon salt in blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.