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  • Southwestern Beef Roll-Ups

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

Recipe Source: Deliciously Healthy Family Meals

Ingredients

  • 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

Photograph of the completed recipe.
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.

Directions

  • 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.

Chefs in Training Younger children can mix the spread.  Older children can prepare the recipe themselves.

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