southwestern beef roll-ups recipe

 

southwestern beef roll-ups

this tasty snack is simple to make and a good source of protein

4 whole-wheat tortillas (6½ inch)

4 red leaf lettuce leaves, rinsed and dried

4 oz low-sodium deli roast beef

For spread:

1 Tbsp light mayonnaise

1 tsp lime juice (about ½ fresh lime)

½ tsp hot sauce

1. Combine ingredients for the spread. Mix well.

2. Spread about 1 teaspoon of spread on each tortilla.

3. Top each tortilla with one lettuce leaf and 1 ounce roast beef (about two slices).

4. Fold sides in, and roll.

5. Serve with a side of Tangy Salsa (on page 51).

 

Younger children can mix the spread. Older children can prepare the recipe themselves.

prep time:

15 minutes

cook time:

none

yield:

4 servings

serving size:

1 tortilla

each serving provides:

calories 190

total fat 5 g

saturated fat 0 g

cholesterol 21 mg

sodium 302 mg

total fiber 2 g

protein 11 g

carbohydrates 23 g

potassium 36 mg

vitamin A 25%

vitamin C 2%

calcium 4%

iron 7%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet