Maya Chen
Fun, spooky wrap slices layered with rainbow veggies and creamy hummus—make adorable “mummies” with olive eyes for a festive Halloween lunch!
Recipe Snapshot
- 🍽️ Serves: 4
- ⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes
- 💰 Cost Estimate: $2.50 per serving
Clever Tip:
Use thin tortilla strips and sliced olives to create mummy faces—get kids or guests involved for max spooky fun!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Festive, healthy, and easy to make with kids
- Vibrant veggies add crunch and color
- Creamy hummus keeps it hearty and plant-based
- Perfect finger food for Halloween parties or lunchboxes
Ingredient Notes
- Whole grain tortillas: Sturdy and nutritious
- Hummus: Any favorite flavor, store-bought or homemade
- Veggie strips: Carrot, spinach, red cabbage, peppers for color
- Black olives: Sliced for “eyes”
- Optional: Add cheese, turkey slices, or extra herbs
Ingredients
- ▢ 4 large whole grain tortillas
- ▢ 1 cup hummus
- ▢ 1 cup shredded carrots
- ▢ 1 cup baby spinach
- ▢ 1/2 cup shredded red cabbage
- ▢ 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- ▢ Sliced black olives (“eyes”)
- ▢ Optional: extra tortillas to cut strips for “mummy bandages”
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Spread each tortilla generously with hummus.
- Lay veggies in rows for a rainbow look. Roll each wrap tightly and slice into 2-inch rounds.
- Cut extra tortillas into thin strips. Place strips crisscrossed on cut rounds to make “mummy wrappings”.
- Dot each mummy with two olive slices for eyes.
- Arrange on platter and serve to ghouls and goblins!
Helpful Tips
- Use firm tortillas for best sliceable mummies
- Keeps well in lunchboxes and at parties (wrap tightly)
- Extra “mummy bandage” strips add major festive appeal
Expert Tips for the Best Results
- Lay veggies flat for a “rainbow” slice effect
- Offer dipping sauce (extra hummus or ranch)
- Add cheese slices for more kid appeal
Meal Prep & Freezing Tips
- Prep Ahead: Make up to a day ahead; add olive “eyes” just before serving
- Storage: Airtight container in fridge keeps wraps fresh 24h
- Freezing: Not recommended; tortillas/veggies get soggy
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I make vegan? Use plant-based hummus & tortillas
- Best dipping sauce? Ranch, extra hummus, salsa, or Greek yogurt dip
- Can I use other veggies? Any favorite julienned, shredded or leafy veggie works!
- Make it allergy-friendly? Use gluten-free or allergy-friendly wraps
Conclusion
Mummy Veggie & Hummus Wraps are a festive, nutritious lunch or party snack—spooky, adorable, and packed with veggie color for Halloween fun!
Mummy Veggie & Hummus Wraps
Fun, spooky wrap slices layered with rainbow veggies and creamy hummus—make adorable "mummies" with olive eyes for a festive Halloween lunch!
Ingredients
- 4 large whole grain tortillas
- 1 cup hummus
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1/2 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1/2 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- Sliced black olives
- Extra tortillas to cut strips for mummy bandages optional
Instructions
- Spread each tortilla generously with hummus.
- Lay veggies in rows for a rainbow look. Roll each wrap tightly and slice into 2-inch rounds.
- Cut extra tortillas into thin strips. Place strips crisscrossed on cut rounds to make “mummy wrappings”.
- Dot each mummy with two olive slices for eyes.
- Arrange on platter and serve to ghouls and goblins!
Notes
Clever Tip
Use thin tortilla strips and sliced olives to create mummy faces—get kids or guests involved for max spooky fun!Helpful Tips
- Use firm tortillas for best sliceable mummies
- Keeps well in lunchboxes and at parties (wrap tightly)
- Extra “mummy bandage” strips add major festive appeal
Other Tips
🎃 For a gluten-free version, use GF tortillas.🎃 You can prep the veggies and hummus ahead for easy assembly.
🎃 These wraps travel well for lunch or picnics.
🎃 For extra fun, use colored vegetables for playful mummy bandages.
🎃 Double the ingredients for party portions.
