Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- 1/2 lb lox (smoked salmon)
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and chopped dill until well combined.
2. Lay out the flour tortillas on a flat surface.
3. Spread a generous amount of the cream cheese mixture onto each tortilla.
4. Layer the lox, red onion, and cucumber slices onto each tortilla.
5. Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste over the ingredients.
6. Roll up each tortilla tightly, tucking in the sides as you go.
7. Cut each wrap in half diagonally.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: None
Temperature:
- Serve at room temperature
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 420
- Total fat: 22g
- Saturated fat: 11g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
- Sodium: 1240mg
- Total carbohydrates: 35g
- Dietary fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 5g
- Protein: 22g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Whole wheat tortillas can be used instead of flour tortillas.
- Chives or parsley can be used instead of dill.
- Smoked trout or whitefish can be used instead of lox.
- Thinly sliced bell peppers or tomatoes can be used instead of cucumber.
Variations:
- Add sliced avocado or arugula for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Spread a layer of honey mustard or horseradish sauce on the tortilla before adding the cream cheese mixture.
- Use a flavored cream cheese, such as garlic or herb, for extra flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- To prevent the tortillas from getting soggy, pat the lox and vegetables dry with a paper towel before assembling the wraps.
- If you prefer a spicier wrap, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cream cheese mixture.
- These wraps can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover wraps in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Reheating instructions:
- These wraps are best served at room temperature and do not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the wraps on a platter with fresh dill sprigs as a garnish.
Garnishes:
- Fresh dill sprigs
Pairings:
- Serve with a side of fresh fruit or a green salad.
Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Mixed green salad with vinaigrette dressing
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the tortillas are too dry to roll up, lightly dampen them with a damp paper towel before assembling the wraps.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to store the wraps in the refrigerator if not serving immediately.
Food history:
- Lox and cream cheese is a classic Jewish-American combination that originated in New York City in the early 20th century.
Flavor profiles:
- The lox and cream cheese provide a salty and creamy flavor, while the dill adds a fresh and herbaceous note.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a light lunch or as an appetizer at a party.
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