Diabetes quick fix: Turkey Wrap

Turkey slices, sweet pimentos, and pickles rolled together in a colorful tortilla make a quick, put-together sandwich that can be taken to eat on-the-run.

Helpful Hint:

The filling can be used with a whole-wheat pita pocket or 2 slices of whole wheat bread.

Shopping List:

To buy: 1/2 pound sliced turkey breast, 1 small jar sliced sweet pimentos, 1 small jar sliced dill pickles and 1 small package 8-inch tortillas.

Staples: reduced-fat mayonnaise.

 

QUICK TURKEY WRAP

2 8-inch tortillas

2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise

1/2 pound sliced turkey breast

1 cup sliced sweet pimentos

1/2 cup sliced dill pickles

 

Place tortillas on counter top and spread with mayonnaise. Arrange turkey slices on top. Spoon 1/2 cup sweet pimentos on each wrap. Place 1/8 cup dilled pickles on each wrap. Roll wrap, slice in half and serve. If not serving immediately, roll wrap in foil or plastic wrap. Makes 2 servings.

Per serving: 392 calories, 9 g fat, 2 g saturated fat, 97 mg cholesterol, 39 g protein, 35 g carbohydrates, 4 g dietary fiber, 3 g sugars, 927 mg sodium.

Exchanges/choices: 2 starch, 1 vegetable, 4 lean meat

 

(From "Mix 'n' Match Meals in Minutes for People with Diabetes" by Linda Gassenheimer, published by the American Diabetes Association. Reprinted with permission from The American Diabetes Association. Gassenheimer's latest book is "Delicious One-Pot Dishes," published by the American Diabetes Association. To order either book call 1-800-232-6733 or order online at www.shopdiabetes.org)

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