Packed School Lunches

Peanut Butter and Apple Wrap

 

This is an updated - and even healthier - version of the classic PB&J sandwich.

Ingredients:
1 soft tortilla wrap
2 tablespoon crunchy peanut butter
1/2 apple, chopped
2 teaspoon low-fat granola

Directions:
1. Spread peanut butter onto tortilla.
2. Sprinkle apple and granola onto peanut butter.
3. Roll tortillas tightly, tucking ends inside the wrap.
4. Cut in half. Wrap with plastic wrap.

Tuna Fish in Pita Pockets

 

Tuna fish is an important source of heart-friendly omega-3 fatty acids. This sandwich is high in satisfying protein and vitamins, but low in fat in cholesterol.

Ingredients:
Dressing:
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 clove chopped garlic

Tuna Salad:
2 small red potatoes, sliced
1 handful fresh green beans
1/2 can white tuna packed in water
1/8 small red onion, chopped.
1 hard-boiled egg, yolk removed, white chopped
2 leaves dark lettuce or spinach
2 pita pockets

Directions:
1. Mix dressing ingredients in a bowl.
2. Steam potatoes and green beans until tender.
3. Add all ingredients to bowl with dressing. Toss until well mixed.
4. Stuff pita pockets with salad and dressing mix. Wrap tightly with plastic wrap until ready to eat.