Hooked On Tuna Burrito Recipe

With a little creativity, you can re-invent several fast-food favourites using nutritious, low-calorie, high protein ingredients. Now you can serve your family pizza, tacos, Pad Thai, shawarma, burritos, and even the classic burger with bacon and cheese, without any guilt. Take a look, for example, at this delicious and nutritious burrito recipe, courtesy of popular brand name, Clover Leaf. Compare the calories with the traditional, take-out variety:
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Summary

Preparation Time10 MinCooking Time5 Min
Ready In15 MinDifficulty LevelVery Easy
Health IndexHealthyServings2
CuisineCourse
Main IngredientInterest Group
Healthy

Ingredients

 Clover leaf2 Can (10oz), flaked
 3 tbsp Baja Sauce
 1/2 cup tomato, seeded and diced
 Avocado1/2 , diced
 Salsa2 Tablespoon
 Cilantro1 Tablespoon
 2 whole wheat flour tortillas, 10”
 Lime juice1 Teaspoon
 Light sour cream1 Tablespoon (Baja Sauce:)
 Lime juice1 Tablespoon (Baja Sauce:)
 Chili powder1 Teaspoon (Baja Sauce:)
 1 tbsp plain non-fat yoghurt

Directions

In a small bowl, mix all of the Baja Sauce ingredients together thoroughly and refrigerate.

Pre-heat oven to 375F. In another bowl, combine the tuna with the Baja sauce, tomatoes, avocado, salsa and cilantro. Mix together until combined.

Place the mixture on the flour tortilla and roll tightly. Place the wrapped tuna onto a baking sheet and bake for approximately 5 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and serve with a splash of lime juice.

Serve immediately.

Tip: You could also serve with a dollop of low-fat sour cream.

More recipes are available at www.cloverleaf.ca.
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