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Zesty Quinoa and Lentil Lettuce Wraps with Carrot and Cucumber

By TinyTummyTreats Editorial TeamPublished May 11, 2026 | Updated Oct 19, 2026

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Quinoa and red lentils served in butter lettuce with grated carrot, cucumber and lemon.

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Servings 4

Difficulty easy

Cuisine International

Ingredients

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Servings - 4 +

• 1/2 cup quinoa
• 1/2 cup red lentils
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 medium carrot
• 1/2 medium cucumber
• 6-8 leaves butter lettuce leaves
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon mild ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
• a pinch mild paprika

Instructions

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1. 1 Combine rinsed quinoa and red lentils with 1 1/2 cups water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
2. 2 Simmer gently for 15 minutes or until quinoa and lentils are tender and water is fully absorbed. Add a little hot water if needed and continue until both grains and lentils are tender.
3. 3 Remove from heat, rest covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
4. 4 Transfer the cooked mixture to a bowl and allow to cool for assembly.
5. 5 Stir in olive oil, fresh lemon juice, mild ground cumin, and chopped parsley until well combined.
6. 6 Finely grate the carrot and cut the cucumber into thin matchsticks.
7. 7 Place a spoonful of filling on each washed lettuce leaf.
8. 8 Top with carrot and cucumber.
9. 9 Optional: sprinkle a small pinch of mild paprika for color and gentle flavor enhancement.
10. 10 Fold the lettuce around the filling.
11. 11 Serve immediately or keep chilled in an insulated lunch bag with ice packs.
12. 12 Refrigerate filling and lettuce separately in covered containers and use within 24 hours.

Timing note

Allow for preparation, bringing to a boil, simmering until tender, 5 minutes resting, cooling and assembly.

Serving

This general recipe does not establish suitability for a particular age, eating ability or allergy. Serve at a suitable temperature.

Ingredients

Use the stated ingredients. Equivalent substitutions have not been established and may change moisture, binding and texture.

Storage

Refrigerate filling and lettuce separately in covered containers and use within 24 hours.

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