Brought to you by Lauren Squier of Culinary Enlightenment

Simple ways to make "better than" choices will serve you well. An easy fix for lunch is this BLT Wrap.

BLT Wrap

Serves 2
Prep Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

4 handfuls chopped romaine or green leafy lettuce (~2 cups)
1/2 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, cut in half or quarters
2 slices cooked lean or extra lean turkey bacon, chopped or crumbled
2 Tablespoons light ranch dressing (easy homemade recipe below!)
2 whole wheat flour tortillas

Instructions:

1. In a medium bowl, combine lettuce, tomatoes, croutons, and turkey bacon.
2. Add dressing and toss gently with a large spoon.
3. Divide salad mixture into two and create a heaping line across the tortillas. Roll tightly like a burrito and cut in half. Enjoy immediately.

Nutrition Facts (per wrap):

210 calories
6 grams fat
27 grams carbs
4 grams fiber
8 grams protein
430 mg sodium

Light Ranch Dressing

Makes 10 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

1/2 cup lowfat or reduced fat buttermilk
1/2 cup light sour cream
1 Tablespoon chopped fresh chives (or 1 teaspoon dried)
1 Tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (or 1 teaspoon dried)
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon salt pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Gently whisk together buttermilk and sour cream.
2. Add chives, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk well to combine.
3. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes to let flavors combine.
4. Serve with vegetable sticks or your favorite salad.

Nutrition Facts (per Tablespoon):

20 calories
1 gram fat
2 grams carbs
1 gram protein
90 mg sodium

Email: Lauren@LongBeachBootCamp.com