I’ve officially changed my future retirement home location from Praiano to the Lake of the Ozarks.
That is to say – OMG WHAT A FREAKING BLAST THAT PLACE IS!
Friday morning Ben and I drove 5 hours south and arrived just in time to spend the entire afternoon boating, bobbing, sipping, and in general, having one of the best days ever on the monster-sized lake in central Missouri with our friends.
One of my favorite parts was checking out the homes – nay, estates – dotting the sheer cliff walls, coves, and lawns just off of the water. I am not kidding you when I tell you this 7,000+ sq ft home was one of the smaller places we saw!
Ok, sipping raspberry vodka mixed with coconut rum and a splash of Rose’s Mojito mixer (aka the best drink ever) while floating in the water in pool saddles provided some stiff competition (pun intended.) 
Ahh. Lake time is the best time. Now to start that pesky boat fund…
Another thing I loved about the lake were the fun restaurants and bars lining the water where you can park your boat then head in for some fun.
We went to a few places for dinner, but kept the afternoons casual and packed yummy wraps from home for a quick & easy floating lunch. Choosing from an assortment of deli meats, fresh toppings, and spreads, I came up with this Turkey, Avocado & Hummus Wrap that was so good, I made it both days we were there out on the water.
Lean deli turkey is layered on a whole wheat tortilla with zesty red pepper hummus, creamy avocado slices, and salty pickles for crunch, then rolled and sliced.
The fact that it took all of 5 minutes to make made me swoon over this tasty, filling wrap even more. They are awesome for quick lunches any day of the week – whether on land, or lake!
Start the wrap with a tortilla. These organic Whole Wheat Tortillas from Whole Foods are really good. Very pliable and fresh tasting.
Next, spread on a layer of red pepper hummus. Now, I am very brand and flavor loyal to Sabra’s Red Pepper Hummus, but our local Whole Foods doesn’t carry it (I know!) so I went out on a limb and tried Chef Earl’s Red Pepper Hummus. It isn’t as smooth as Sabra’s but it definitely has good flavor!
Next layer on low-sodium deli turkey. Two to three slices should do ya’.
Top the wrap off with creamy fresh avocado slices and pickle slices for a crunchy, salty bite.
Roll & slice!
These wraps will keep perfectly in a Ziploc bag until lunchtime. If you can wait that long to dig in!
Turkey, Avocado & Hummus Wrap
Makes 1 wrap
Ingredients:
1 whole wheat tortilla
2-3 Tablespoons red pepper hummus
3 slices low-sodium deli turkey
1/4 avocado, sliced
pickle slices
Directions:
Spread tortilla with hummus, then layer on turkey, avocado, and pickles. Roll, then slice.
Feel free to throw any and all veggies in your wrap. I just loved the combo of these four ingredients. Nothing overpowered anything else, and it was just so GOOD!
Supplement with a fresh peach, cherries, or whatever you’ve got in your produce bin for an awesome, easy, well-balanced lunch. 
In other news…
Yesterday we were rudely welcomed home from our summery weekend getaway from this guy, who’s all – Hey, it’s me! The tree in your neighbor’s yard that turns unseasonably gorgeous about a month too early every year making you panic, thinking summer is already over?! Hiii!
BLERG.
I’m not sure if it’s coming down from a fun weekend on the water, or coming home and seeing this – but I’m not ready for summer to end!
Are you?
I’ve been making this lunch over the summer ALL.OF.The.Time! But I just found out what a world of wonders adding egg whites does to this!
Ooo – love it! Kind of a breakfast-y spin!
I am a summer-lovin’ kinda girl. I never want to see it end.
Glad you had a blast at the Ozarks!! We love love love our time on Lake Rathbun. This year we have been out most weekends since the beginning of May. You definitely need to think about getting a boat, it’s always a party!
We haven’t ventured to the Ozarks, but our friends go several times each year. It may have to be on our bucket list for next summer!
Your wraps look delicious too. I think I will make a few for lunches this week.
Nope, not ready. I was just bemoaning the fact that my pale skin has not had any color at all since the beginning of 2012 — definitely considering a spray tan just to feel a little more summery and sun-kissed!
I’m not sure if they carry Grandma’s Hummus at the Whole Foods in Iowa, but you have to try it. It’s made in Austin, TX, so they might not have it further north but, seriously, it will blow your mind in garlicy/olive oil goodness.
Ok your going to hate me….but we have a second home on LOTO and we just love it! We do not own one of those 7000 SF mansion you speak of (I wish) but our little cabin gets us on the water all the same. I know exactly where the mansion in your photos is located, we are just a few miles downstream from there. Glad to hear you enjoyed your time coving it out…great PR for the area. Thanks!
Too bad your not here this coming weekend, the big Shootout (fast boats) to keep us entertained. I might have to pack these for lunch next Saturday!
This wrap looks so good, will definitely being making it. I like the idea of adding pickles, mmmm.
Plenty of time left for summer here in the midwest! It is still in the low 80′s into September – so let’s enjoy!
Definitely not ready for summer to end! There are still so many zucchini recipes to be tried, and salsas to be made out of all the tomatoes my parents keep shoveling my way!
I love this wrap – My BF loves making wraps, but he usually piles them with cheese and fatty salad dressings so I never think of them as being too healthy. Not this one! Sounds perfect.
I am SO ready for Summer to end! I love that there’s no school or anything, but it’s just too freakin’ hot. I lovelovelove everything about Fall too. The weather, the colors, the smells, the fashion, and of course the food (especially the food).
What brand of deli turkey do you buy?? Every time I get lunchmeat it seems to have a wet and slimy texture which I HATE! This wrap looks amazing! So the avocado doesn’t brown if you eat a few hours later??
The best deli turkey I found is Boar”s Head. It is a little bit pricey but so worth it.
I bought low-sodium roasted turkey from Applegate Farms!
I finally tried this wrap today for lunch and I loved it. The combination of flavors was excellent. I used brown rice tortilla instead to make it gluten free. My daughter used ham and I used turkey. Both were oh so good.
I’m never ready for summer to be over!
DOG DAYS at the Lake of the Ozarks. YUM!
My hubby and I have vacationed at “the lake” since we were just high school sweethearts. We were engaged at Bridal Cave in 2009, I rocked a bikini with a (very) pregnant belly last summer, and took our 9 month old baby girl this summer! So many great memories there and so many more to come. So glad you loved “our” summer vacay spot!
wowww…those homes are amazing. I wonder how much one of those goes for?
Multi (MULTI!) millions, I’m sure.
Hi Kristin,
Thanks for sharing the picture of the fall tree!! Please keep showing more fall photos as you get them for those of us who live in Arizona. We don’t get to see the pretty colors of fall down here in the South. I am so ready for summer to be over but will have to wait until November/December for cooler temps!!!
The turkey wrap looks amazing, going to give it a try.
Stupid trees. Ugh. Reminding me summer is over…it went so quickly I feel like I missed it!
I love pickles in everything, the crunch and saltiness make sandwiches so much better! These are some of my favorites all combined into one, great idea
Hi. Sounds like a fantastic time! Would you please share that drink recipe, if you have it?? Sounds so good!
Ben actually made it up on the spot! It was raspberry smirnoff, malibu coconut rum, Rose’s Mojito Mixer, and 7-Up, I believe!
I love combining avocado and hummus. I often comine the two in salads. I’ve never thought about adding the pickle right into the wrap. I’m not a “big” pickle person, but for some reason with the hummus and avocado; that just sounds delish! I’m somewhat ready for fall. I live in Texas so we’ve been living in the 100′s for quite some time and now with the kids starting school there isn’t much time for all those Summer-fun activities. Plus, I’m looking forward to breaking out the pumpkin.
I was in the Ozarks too this weekend
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Mmm that wrap, get in my mouth right now! I don’t even like turkey and I NEED this in my life! That wrap is so beautiful, do you think you can do a how-to post on how to properly roll up a wrap? I try so hard to make my wraps hold together, but it always ends up looking like it was made by someone lacking opposable thumbs.
I am so NOT ready for summer to end. When you posted that tree pic on Instagram, I let out an audible gasp. We don’t have any quite as colorful yet & I hope it stays that way for a bit. I’m just not ready!
Fun weekends like the one you just had are simply the best!
That looks amazing and so easy! I don’t know if I’m completely ready for summer to be over, although I just started school back up at Iowa so I guess it’s officially over for me. I can’t wait for Hawkeye football though! Go Hawks!
I’m a Missouri girl and live in North Central Missouri (about 2.5 hours from the lake). My husband’s family has a weeks vacation there every year and it is so much fun! I worked there for one summer while I was in college and it was a blast. Glad you enjoyed the Lake of the Ozarks.
So much fun being on the water! I grew up in florida and we had a boat for a long time but we learned that friends with boats are even better!!
I am ready for fall here in Nashville…it will be my second fall experience and I am so excited! Ive started updating my fall wardrobe. wheee!!
Glad you had a good trip! I’ve been there once… loved it!
Looking forward to cooler temps and fall foods… but not what comes after (snooooow!)
Lake of the Ozarks is a great place! We live an hour away and just love to make the day trip! One can just forget all their cares on the water! I just love your blog and was so glad you took the time to come to Mid-MO!!
Hahaha, what an amazing tree though! After a weekend of 100 degrees that nearly killed me I am actually looking forward for some slightly cooler autumn days.
So I have to ask, where did your husband get his t-shirt, I MUST have it!!
I got it for him online last year but I don’t remember where! So sorry!
not ready for fall yet at all. We still hav so many green tomatoes. I need more sun still.
boating on the lake looks like so much fun!
Pool Saddles…haha My sister in law and I used to make a “make shift saddle” out of the life vests and sit on them..aww good times at the lake. Looks like you had a blast!
Kristin, where did Ben get that awesome Iowa shirt?! I must have it!!
I got it for him online last year but I don’t remember where!
So sorry!
I’m in love with the summer, I don’t want it to end. Yesterday I was on a walk with my daughter and I reminded her they long days of sunshine are almost over, soon it will be dark at 5:30!
We went to the Ozarks a few weeks ago, absolutly loved it, it was our first time there and we will be back next year.
I am not ready for Summer to end at all
You don’t need no stinkin’ “pool saddle”, just take the life vests (which I’m sure you have! wink wink) and stick your legs through the arm holes and JUMP, you just sit in the water & drink your beer as easy as can be. Yea you look like a dork, but just hurry up and get in the water and no one will be the wiser.
I never tried pickles in my wraps haha I should!
The wrap looks totally YUM, and that definitely looked like a fun trip! I’m for sure not ready for summer to be over. I’m in Omaha and the weather’s been so weird and fall-like lately. Not cool mother nature, not cool.
I just got back from Ozark Lake. It was my first time. We had a blast too!!
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