Description
These refreshing and vibrant wraps are perfect for a light summer lunch or snack!
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes (plus chilling time) | Servings: 4

Ingredients
- 8 oz fresh green beans, trimmed and blanched (choose crisp, bright green beans)
- 1 avocado, peeled and diced (perfectly ripe for best texture)
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (thick, creamy yogurt for best consistency)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (fresh juice only for brightest flavor)
- 1 clove garlic, minced (fresh garlic for best aroma)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 large whole wheat or gluten-free wraps (fresh, pliable wraps work best)
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (bright green, fragrant leaves)
Instructions
- Blanch trimmed green beans in boiling salted water for 3-4 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender. Transfer immediately to ice bath to stop cooking and preserve color.
- In a blender, combine cooled blanched green beans, diced avocado, Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until completely smooth and velvety.
- Lay out the wraps and divide the green bean soup mixture evenly among them, spreading it out to cover the surface like elegant vegetable pâté.
- Top each wrap with fresh basil leaves for that perfect herbaceous note.
- Roll up the wraps tightly, folding in the sides as you go to create neat packages.
- Slice the wraps in half on a diagonal for beautiful presentation and serve chilled for maximum refreshment.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 185
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 8g
- Fat: 6g
- Fiber: 8g
- Sodium: 285mg
- Vitamin K: 45% DV
- Vitamin C: 25% DV
- Folate: 20% DV
Green beans provide exceptional vitamin K and fiber, while avocado adds healthy monounsaturated fats for a nutritionally balanced light meal.
Notes:
- Don’t skip the ice bath after blanching—it preserves the beautiful green color
- Blend until completely smooth for the most elegant texture
- Chill the assembled wraps for at least 30 minutes before serving
- The mixture should be thick enough to spread but not watery
Storage Tips:
- Soup mixture can be made up to 2 days ahead and refrigerated
- Assemble wraps just before serving for best texture
- Wrapped individually, they keep for 24 hours in the refrigerator
- Don’t freeze—the texture changes and becomes watery
Serving Suggestions:
- Elegant lunch: Arrange sliced wraps on a platter with herb garnish
- Light dinner: Serve with a simple mixed green salad
- Summer entertaining: Cut into smaller pieces for elegant appetizers
- Picnic perfect: Pack in coolers for refreshing outdoor dining
Mix It Up (Recipe Variations):
- Herb Garden Wraps: Add fresh mint, parsley, or dill to the mixture
- Protein-Packed Wraps: Include crumbled feta cheese or pine nuts
- Cucumber Green Bean Wraps: Add diced cucumber for extra crunch
- Spicy Green Bean Wraps: Include a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat
What Makes This Recipe Special:
This French-inspired approach transforms the concept of cold vegetable soups into portable, elegant wraps using proper blanching techniques and smooth blending to create something that feels luxurious and refreshing. The method celebrates summer vegetables while providing genuine cooling relief—proving that the most sophisticated dishes often come from treating simple ingredients with classic technique and care.
