12/17/2025
Improve your mood with brain-boosting foods featured in this recipe for a Power Wrap with Sesame-Ginger Dressing. 🧠
Makes 8-12 wraps for 4-6 portions
INGREDIENTS
8-12 medium to large rainbow chard leaves, stems trimmed*
1-1/2 cups cooked whole grain (brown rice, quinoa, bulgur, farro, whole grain couscous or a combination of grains)
1 carrot, grated
2-3 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 bunch cilantro, separated into small sprigs
1 medium cucumber, sliced into thin strips
1 medium avocado, sliced
Optional: chili sauce
*You can also use kale or mustard greens.
DIRECTIONS
Bring a large pan of water to a boil then reduce to a simmer. Submerge each chard leaf in simmering water for 15-20 seconds, rinse with cold water (or use an ice water bath), drain, and dry on paper towels. Set aside.**
Combine whole grains with carrot, onion, sesame seeds, and ginger then mix in vinegar, oil, and salt.
To fill the leaves, place one leaf vein side up with the stem end facing you. Place 2-3 tablespoons of the filling on the bottom center of the leaf, followed by several sprigs of cilantro and a few slices of cucumber and avocado. Fold the bottom over and roll up tightly, tucking in the sides as you go.
Repeat with remaining leaves. Serve at room temperature with chili sauce (optional).
**Recipe can be made using raw leaves for a crunchier texture.
