Tuesday, February 19, 2008

7 Quick and Healthy Lunch Options

2 of the 7 recipes in the WebMD feature from "Eating Well".

Zesty Bean Dip & Chips
Stirring salsa into versatile canned refried beans makes a quick and healthy bean dip. It also works well as a sandwich spread with your favorite vegetables and a sprinkle of cheese.

Active time: 5 minutes | Total: 5 minutes

1/4 cup fat-free canned refried beans
1 tablespoon salsa
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 minced scallion (optional)
1 ounce tortilla chips (about 10)

Combine refried beans, salsa, cilantro and scallion (if using) in a bowl. Serve with tortilla chips.

Makes 1 serving.
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Peanut Tofu Wrap
Baked tofu tossed with storebought Thai peanut sauce makes a quick and healthy sandwich filling. Finish the sandwich with your favorite crunchy vegetables for added nutrients and fiber.

Active time: 10 minutes | Total: 10 minutes

1 tablespoon store-bought Thai peanut sauce
1 8-inch whole-wheat flour tortilla
2 ounces thinly sliced seasoned baked tofu
1/4 cup sliced red bell pepper
8 thinly sliced snow peas

Spread peanut sauce on the tortilla. Place tofu, peppers and snow peas in the center; fold the sides over the filling and roll up.

Makes 1 serving.

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