One-Pan Shrimp Hummus Wraps
Tired of deciding between a salad and a wrap? Get both with this creamy, protein-packed one-pan meal.
When you're exhausted after a long day, the last thing you want is a mountain of dishes or a complicated recipe that requires constant attention. This Shrimp Hummus Wrap is your secret weapon because it combines the satisfying heartiness of Mediterranean flavors with an incredibly simple assembly process. You get succulent, garlic-kissed shrimp paired with velvety hummus and crisp veggies, all served in a soft wrap for easy eating. The best part? By searing the shrimp in a single pan, you keep cleanup to a minimum while maximizing flavor. It feels like a gourmet cafe lunch, but it's actually something you can throw together in about 15 minutes. Expect a hit of fresh lemon and earthy cumin that will make your kitchen smell amazing without any extra effort.
Ingredients
- 0.5 lb large shrimp — peeled and deveined
- 0.25 cup hummus — plain or roasted garlic flavor
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 unit lemon
- 2 unit flour tortillas
- 0.5 cup cucumber — diced
Method
- 1 Pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel and toss in a bowl with olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- 2 Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred.
- 3 Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the shrimp in the pan and remove from heat; set aside to rest.
- 4 Spread a generous layer of hummus onto each flour tortilla.
- 5 Top with the cooked shrimp, diced cucumber, and a sprinkle of fresh herbs if you have them handy.
- 6 Roll the wraps tightly and serve immediately.
Variations
- Vegetarian Swap — Replace shrimp with canned chickpeas (rinsed and patted dry) and sauté with the same spices.
- Extra Veggie Boost — Add a handful of baby spinach to the pan during the last 30 seconds of cooking the shrimp.
Notes
For extra crunch, add some sliced radishes or pickled red onions to your wrap assembly.
Equipment that helps
- Large Skillet — Allows you to sear the shrimp and add lemon juice in one step for easy cleanup.
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