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Liptauer Cheese and Vegetable Wraps Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup Liptauer cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 cup baby spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- None

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine the Liptauer cheese, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
2. Lay out the tortillas on a flat surface.
3. Spread the Liptauer cheese mixture evenly over each tortilla.
4. Sprinkle shredded carrots, red cabbage, baby spinach leaves, and chopped green onions over the cheese mixture.
5. Roll up the tortillas tightly, tucking in the sides as you go.
6. Cut each wrap in half diagonally.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: None
Temperature:
- None
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 290
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 11g
- Fiber: 4g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Liptauer cheese can be substituted with cream cheese or goat cheese.
- Flour tortillas can be substituted with corn tortillas or lettuce leaves.
- Shredded carrots can be substituted with grated zucchini or cucumber.
- Shredded red cabbage can be substituted with sliced red bell pepper or radicchio.
- Baby spinach leaves can be substituted with arugula or mixed greens.
- Green onions can be substituted with diced red onion or shallots.
- Fresh parsley, dill, and chives can be substituted with other fresh herbs such as basil, cilantro, or mint.

Variations:
- Add sliced avocado or roasted red peppers for extra flavor and texture.
- Use hummus or tzatziki instead of Liptauer cheese for a different flavor profile.
- Add cooked chicken or shrimp for a protein boost.

Tips and tricks:
- To make the wraps easier to roll, warm the tortillas in the microwave for a few seconds or on a dry skillet for a few seconds on each side.
- Use a toothpick to secure the wraps if they are falling apart.
- Make the Liptauer cheese mixture ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Storage instructions:
- Store the wraps in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Reheating instructions:
- The wraps can be eaten cold or at room temperature.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the wraps on a platter with a side of sliced cucumbers and cherry tomatoes.

Garnishes:
- Garnish with additional chopped herbs or a sprinkle of paprika.

Pairings:
- Serve with a side of fruit salad or potato salad.

Suggested side dishes:
- Fruit salad or potato salad.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the wraps are falling apart, use toothpicks to secure them.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash all vegetables thoroughly before using.

Food history:
- Liptauer cheese is a traditional Hungarian cheese spread made with sheep's milk cheese, paprika, and other spices.

Flavor profiles:
- Tangy, savory, and slightly spicy.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a light lunch or snack.

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Taste: Savory, Tangy, Creamy, Herby, Spicy