This sweet twist on a classic tuna-salad sandwich is a healthy high-protein lunch that even your kids will love. MAKES 2 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 10 MINUTES INGREDIENTS 1 (5 ounce) can chunk light tuna in water, drained 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 4 teaspoons sweet pickle relish 2 tablespoons finely chopped celery 4 slices whole-wheat sandwich bread 2 leaves green-leaf lettuce METHODSTEP 1 Combine tuna, mayonnaise, relish and celery in a medium bowl. Divide the tuna salad between 2 slices of bread. Top each with a lettuce leaf and another slice of bread. Cut into halves or quarters. Nutrition Value...
This quick recipe is loaded with heart-healthy omega-3s thanks to the canned sockeye salmon.
MAKES 1 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 10 MINUTES
INGREDIENTS
2 tablespoons plain nonfat yogurt
2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
2 teaspoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon prepared horseradish
3 ounces flaked drained canned sockeye salmon
½ 6-inch whole-wheat pita bread
½ cup watercress
METHODSTEP 1
Combine yogurt, dill, lemon juice and horseradish in a small bowl; stir in salmon. Stuff the pita half with the salmon salad and watercress.
Nutrition Value
239 Kcal,
7.1g fat,
1.4g saturated fat,
2.3g fiber,
24.8g protein,
19g carbs
Avocado makes an exceptionally creamy and healthful dressing for this chicken salad. MAKES 6 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 20 MINUTE INGREDIENTS 1 ripe avocado, halved and pitted ⅓ cup ranch dressing 2 tablespoons chopped pickled jalapeño 1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon ground pepper 3 cups shredded or chopped cooked chicken ½ cup diced celery ¼ cup diced red onion METHODSTEP 1 Scoop avocado into a food processor. Add ranch dressing, pickled jalapeño, vinegar, salt and pepper. Pulse until smooth. Transfer to a medium bowl. Add chicken, celery and red onion; mix with a rubber spatula. Serve...
Shredded chicken and chopped green apples are a delightful combination in this quick and easy curried sandwich wrap. MAKES 2 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 20 MINUTE INGREDIENTS 1 cup shredded cooked chicken breast ½ cup chopped green apple 2 tablespoons chopped red onion 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise 2 tablespoons plain fat-free Greek yogurt ¼ teaspoon curry powder 2 6- to 7-inch low-carb flour tortillas, such as La Tortilla Factory® brand, warmed (see Tip) 12 baby spinach leaves or 2 leaf lettuce leaves METHODSTEP 1 Combine chicken, apple, onion, mayonnaise, yogurt and curry powder in a small bowl. STEP 2 Line...