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Healthy Southwestern Omelet Wrap Recipe | Quick & Easy

 
Southwestern Omelet Wrap

YIELD Makes 1 serving

Refried beans add a healthy source of protein and fiber to this tempting omelet. Look for brands of refried beans that contain no lard.

INGREDIENTS

2 teaspoons cornstarch 1 tablespoon water 1 egg Nonstick cooking spray 3 tablespoons canned refried beans, warmed 1/2 cup finely shredded romaine or iceberg lettuce 1/4 cup (1 ounce) shredded Monterey Jack or Cheddar cheese 2 tablespoons chunky salsa 1 tablespoon bacon bits

PREPARATION:

  1. To make omelet, dissolve cornstarch in water in small bowl. Add egg; whisk until blended.
  2. Spray large nonstick skillet lightly with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Add egg mixture, tilting skillet to cover bottom of skillet. Cook 1 to 2 minutes or until set. Turn omelet over; cook 30 seconds. Turn out onto cutting board, browned side down.
  3. To make wrap, spread beans to edge of omelet. Sprinkle evenly with lettuce, cheese, salsa and bacon bits.
  4. Gently roll up, sealing with refried beans. Serve immediately or wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate.
This recipe appears in: Southwestern NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION: Sodium 796 mg Protein 19 g Fiber 4 g Carbohydrate 16 g Cholesterol 243 mg Total Fat 17 g Calories from Fat 53 % Calories 286