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Recipe: Vegetable wrap

Dietitian's tip: Salsa is very low in calories but can be high in sodium. If you're watching your sodium intake, use low-sodium salsa or garnish instead with pico de gallo — a relish made with chopped tomatoes, jalapenos, red onions, cilantro and green onions.

High fiber = at least 5 g of fiber per serving 
SERVES 6

Ingredients

1 can (15.5 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 1/2 cups frozen corn kernels, thawed to room temperature
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped green chili peppers
4 green onions, diced
1 tomato, diced
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
6 fat-free flour tortillas, 10 inches in diameter
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3/4 cup salsa


Directions

In a microwave-safe bowl, add the black beans, corn, cilantro, chili peppers, onions, tomatoes and garlic. Stir to mix evenly. Microwave on high power for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Stir and heat again for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Repeat until the mixture is hot.

Place 2 tortillas between paper napkins or paper towels and warm in the microwave for 20 seconds on high. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.

To serve, place about 1/2 cup bean mixture on 1 tortilla. Top with 2 tablespoons cheese and 2 tablespoons salsa. Fold in the sides and the bottom of the tortilla up over the filling, then roll to close. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and serve immediately.

Nutritional Analysis

(per serving)
Serving size: 1 wrap
Calories404 Cholesterol10 mg
Protein17 g Sodium930 mg
Carbohydrate66 g Fiber8 g
Total fat9 g Potassium217 mg
Saturated fat3 g Calcium276 mg
Monounsaturated fat3 g   
MAYO CLINIC HEALTHY WEIGHT PYRAMID SERVINGS
DIABETES MEAL PLAN EXCHANGES
Starches4
Nonstarchy vegetables1
Meat and meat substitutes1
DASH EATING PLAN SERVINGS
Grains and grain products2
Vegetables1
Dairy foods (low-fat or fat-free)1
Nuts, seeds and dry beans1

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Oct 7, 2008