Turkey Wraps are a delicious on-the-go option for lunch or dinner that come together with just minutes of prep! Featuring layers of thinly sliced turkey, crispy bacon, and avocado, this Turkey Wrap recipe not only comes together quickly, but also delivers on flavor!
Turkey Wraps are a staple in our house! Whether served as part of a kid-friendly lunch alongside homemade cheese crackers or packed up for a picnic alongside a BLT Pasta Salad, you can't go wrong with this easy wrap recipe!
Made with protein rich turkey, crispy oven-baked bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, creamy avocado, and fresh tomatoes, this turkey wrap is filled with texture and flavor. And because these stellar ingredients are wrapped up into a tortilla versus served on bread, these gems are perfectly portable and packable--not to mention a great change-up from PB&J!
Notes on Ingredients
- Turkey: Select high-quality deli turkey, or use thinly sliced leftover cooked turkey or turkey breast in place of the deli turkey slices. Ham is also delicious in place or in addition to the turkey on this wrap.
- Bacon: The bacon is optional, but adds a nice crunch and saltiness to the recipe.
- Cheese: Adding cheese slices is completely optional. If desired, use thinly sliced cheddar, Coby, provolone, or Swiss cheese.
- Tomatoes: Use ripe tomatoes and if not serving these wraps immediately, it is best to deseed the tomatoes to keep the wraps from becoming soggy.
- Lettuce: Use green leaf lettuce, romaine lettuce, or iceberg lettuce. For romaine or iceberg lettuce, you will want to cut out the hard center of the lettuce leaves, so that the wraps will roll up evenly.
- Tortillas: Use any burrito-sized tortilla you like--homemade tortillas, flour tortillas, gluten-free tortillas.
Recipe Modifications
- The mayonnaise is not necessary. Feel free to omit it and simply mash up your avocado with lime juice and salt.
- If you need this wrap to be dairy-free, omit the cheese.
- For an egg-free wrap, omit the mayonnaise. The turkey wraps will still be delicious.
How to Make Turkey Wraps
The following tips are provided to help you achieve perfect results. You will find the detailed instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Make Avocado Mash. Mash the avocado with mayonnaise, lime juice, and a bit of salt until creamy.
- Layer the Turkey Wrap. Evenly spread a thin layer of the avocado mixture over a tortilla, leaving a ½-inch border around the edges. Place a slice of lettuce over the bottom of the tortilla, which will help to prevent the Turkey Wrap from getting soggy. Top the lettuce with sliced turkey, cheese, 1-2 slices of cooked bacon, and sliced, seeded tomatoes.
- Roll Up the Wrap. Tightly roll up the turkey wrap by folding in the sides of the tortilla or wrap and then bringing up the bottom flap and then continuing to roll from the bottom up.
Kristen's Tip: Prevent soggy wraps by ensuring your tomatoes are deseeded and your lettuce is thoroughly dried.
Serve as Pinwheels
These turkey wraps also can be served as pinwheels, which are perfect for small children's lunches or to serve as an appetizer at a party.
- Prepare Turkey Wrap as directed.
- After rolling up the turkey wrap tightly, cut it into 1-inch circles.
- Secure each turkey pinwheel with a toothpick, adding a grape tomato on top for color and to keep the circles perfectly intact.
Preparing in Advance
If prepared correctly, using deseeded tomatoes and layered as written, these turkey wraps can be made 3 days in advance. Once assembled, wrap the turkey wraps tightly in plastic wrap and store them in the refrigerator until ready to serve or pack for lunch. To pack in a lunch, be sure to include an ice pack as the ingredients in the wraps are perishable.
More Favorite Recipes for Lunch
- Veggie Wrap
- Chickpea Avocado Salad Sandwich
- Copycat Panera Greek Salad
- English Muffin Pizza
- Easy Thai Noodles
- Quick & Easy Ramen Soup
If you tried this recipe for Turkey Wraps, please leave a comment and review below.
Turkey Wrap
Ingredients
- 4 tortillas 8-10 inch diameter
- 1 avocado
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 4-8 lettuce leaves
- 8 ounces deli turkey meat thinly sliced
- 8 slices sharp cheddar cheese thinly sliced
- 4-8 slices of cooked bacon
- 1 tomato sliced and seeded
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mash the avocado with mayonnaise, salt, and lime juice until smooth.
- Spread the avocado mayonnaise in an even layer over the tortilla, leaving a ½-inch border around the edge of the tortilla.
- Top the avocado spread with 1-2 lettuce leaves to cover the tortilla.
- Place 3-4 slices of turkey in the middle of the wrap, top the turkey with 2 slices of cheese, sliced tomatoes and 1-2 pieces of cooked bacon.
- Wrap the turkey wrap, by folding in the sides and then rolling tightly from the bottom up.
- Cut in half or cut into 1-inch pieces and secure with toothpicks. Alternatively, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Katie
So good!
Jenn
I love how perfect these are for speedy, portable lunches and they're so easy to customize so everyone gets their ideal lunch! Thanks!
Marjory
I could eat this for lunch every day! The avocado and bacon take it over the top...like you would get if you got it at a restaurant! Thanks for sharing!
Kristen Chidsey
I am so glad you enjoy Marjory! And thank you for taking the time to review!
Jessica Formicola
I made this for lunch yesterday and it was incredible! It will definitely be on my regular lunch rotation from now on!
Kristen Chidsey
YAY! So glad you enjoy Jessica--I love how easy it is to make as well.