Lavash Bread Wrap Recipe (California Roll Wrap)

Name: Lavash Bread Wrap Recipe (California Roll Wrap)
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 1 sheet of lavash ((when using tortilla-shaped small lavash pieces, take 5-6 pieces depending on their diameter)); 8-10 pcs imitation crab meat; 1 tbsp mayonnaise; 1 large ripe avocado; 1 small bell pepper ((or half of a medium size pepper)); 1 medium-sized cucumber ((or an avocado)); 6 Iceberg salad leaves; salt, pepper, spring onions to taste; 4 tbsp Philadelphia cheese

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Looking for a quick, healthy lunch, a flavorful light dinner, or a snack option? Try this delicious lavash wrap packed with crab sticks and vegetables, soft cheese, and a variety of herbs and veggies. With its light texture, lavash bread provides the perfect base for a nutritious and satisfying wrap.

Three California lavash roll wraps stacked on a wooden cutting board.

The crab sticks offer a good source of protein, while the fresh vegetables and herbs add a burst of flavor and a variety of essential vitamins and minerals. Furthermore, with the addition of creamy soft cheese, this wrap is both indulgent and healthy. So why settle for a boring sandwich when you can enjoy a tasty and nutritious lavash wrap?

What You'll Love About This Recipe

It only requires assembling and is ready in no time! Perfect for weeknight dinners or a take-away snack.
It's full of fresh flavors and healthy veggies to provide essential nutrients in a crunchy and delicious way.
It's perfect for adventurous California roll lovers ready to take their favorite flavor even further!
It's a great sandwich alternative, both satisfying and light on your stomach.

Ingredients

Imitation crab meat: To resemble the taste of California rolls, this wrap recipe uses imitation crab meat. Other alternative fillings include smoked or salted salmon and tuna.
Lavash flatbread: Lavash is a thin, unleavened flatbread with a rectangular shape and a pliable texture that is a popular choice for wraps. This versatile bread, consisting basically of white flour, water, and salt, is a staple in Armenian cuisine and the surrounding region. It's even thinner than tortillas and can be filled with your favorite ingredients, allowing for endless experiments. We use store-bought lavash but it can also be made at home. We recommend Joseph's Lavash Bread or a similar one as a low-carb option for those on a restricted carbohydrate diet.
Bell pepper: Choose your favorite colors, be it green, yellow, orange, or red pepper (or a mix of all for a truly vibrant look).
Cucumber: It will add a delightful crunch and freshness to this soft lavash wrap. We always remove the skin from cucumber to ensure no harmful pesticides are left. The only exception is the cucumber from our own garden.
Avocado: The buttery-like, creamy texture of avocados makes the wrap irresistible. When making this wrap ahead of time, remember to splash some lemon juice over avocado slices to keep them from turning brown.
Lettuce or iceberg salad: The crunchier, the better! We used iceberg salad for its crunchiness, but you can choose your favorite seasonal leafy greens.
Salt, ground black pepper, and green onions to taste: You can either chop the green onions or use them whole.
Philadelphia cream cheese: For a more authentic California roll flavor (although this is not a sushi recipe by any means), we recommend using Philadelphia cream cheese, which has the perfect texture and a slight saltiness to it. See the FAQ section for alternative sauce ideas.
Mayonnaise: It will add flavor and make the spread less thick. Check out our homemade mayo recipe, which makes a perfect combo with the Philadelphia cheese in this recipe and is a breeze to make in under 10 minutes!

Instructions

Remove the skin from the cucumber and avocado. Finely chop the crab sticks, veggies, iceberg salad, and spring onions. Alternatively, cut the cucumber and bell pepper into long strips and slice the avocado, leaving the iceberg salad and spring onions uncut.

Bell pepper, avocados and other ingredients of a lavash wrap being cut on a wooden cutting board.

Mix Philadelphia cream cheese with mayonnaise, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

Cream cheese and mayonnaise in a beige round bowl with a spoon in it.

Lay the sheet of lavash flat on the countertop and cover it with the sauce evenly. Make sure not to forget about the edges, as they will need to be covered with the sauce for the roll to remain closed when finished.

A lavash bread covered with cream cheese.

Add the remaining ingredients to the lavash, spreading them evenly on top of the soft cheese (when using cut ingredients) or arranging them horizontally across the lavash bread.

Open lavash roll wrap with veggies and imitation crab on top.

Roll the lavash closed. Ensure it is not loose, or it will not keep its shape when cutting.

A California lavash roll wrap that's partially rolled closed.

Cover the roll with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

A lavash roll covered with a plastic wrap.

Cut it into pieces of the desired length and serve immediately.

Happy cooking!

Frequently Asked Questions

What else can you add to the wrap?

You can add all the ingredients that you would normally add to your sandwich, like ham, cheese (including goat cheese or feta cheese), tomato slices, etc. You can also try adding scrambled or boiled egg - we've found it tastes incredibly well with a lavash wrap and adds to the nutritional value of the dish. Fresh veggies can be substituted with roasted veggies, which is a great option for grill parties. There are no strict rules in this dish, and you can let your creativity soar!

What else can you make from lavash?

You can use lavash as a pizza base or as a substitute for tortilla wraps, make iterations of this lavash wrap by changing the filling, or you can even make crispy lavash chips. You're free to experiment! Consider using lavash layers instead of nori sheets in a sushi cake for an even bolder idea!

What other sauces can be used in this wrap?

Philadelphia cream cheese is not the only sauce that can be used in lavash rolls. If you are not aiming for a California roll-style flavor, you can mix mayo with sweet chili sauce or use bottled burger/sandwich sauces, creamy hummus, or even baba ganoush. Ensure it's moist but not too runny, or it will flow out of the wrap.

Can I prepare it in advance?

While you can prepare the lavash wrap in advance, remember that lavash bread soaks the liquid from the wet ingredients, including the sauce and cucumber, and it becomes soft and soggy after a few hours. We don't recommend storing lavash wraps for longer than 3-4 hours in an airtight container. The ingredients will remain fresh, but the texture will change.

Can I substitute lavash bread with tortillas?

Yes, tortilla can easily be used instead of lavash flatbread in this recipe for individual servings. For a low-carb option, use a low-carb tortilla. For a bolder look, consider using a beetroot tortilla.