Egg white wrap with vegetables and salsa
An egg white wrap with vegetables and salsa is a light, protein-packed dish where a thin, cooked egg white 'tortilla' is filled with fresh, crunchy vegetables and topped with a zesty tomato-based salsa. It's a popular low-carb or keto-friendly alternative to traditional wraps, often found in health-conscious cafes and home kitchens in Western countries.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is very high in protein from the egg whites and low in carbohydrates, making it a lean, filling meal. It provides key nutrients like vitamin C and lycopene from the salsa and vegetables, with a rough calorie ballpark of 150-250 per serving depending on fillings.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 15 g |
| Fat | 5 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin A | 300 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 25 mg |
| Vitamin K | 45 mcg |
| Folate | 120 mcg DFE |
| Potassium | 400 mg |
| Calcium | 100 mg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
Per 1 wrap (approx. 200 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents the modern trend of reimagining classic comfort foods (like wraps) to fit specific dietary lifestyles, such as low-carb or gluten-free. Nutritionally, it's unique for using egg whites as a versatile, edible wrapper, maximizing protein while minimizing fats and grains.
