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2009

Wrap-It-Up Alaska Salmon Sandwich

1 can (14.75 oz.) or 2 cans (7.5 oz. each) traditional pack Alaska salmon or 2 cans or pouches (6 to 7.1 oz. each) skinless, boneless salmon, drained and chunked

8 ounces softened or whipped light cream cheese

2 tablespoons fresh chopped chives

1 tablespoon lemon juice

2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning or 2 tablespoons

chopped cilantro

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

4 large (10-inch) flour tortillas

4 large Romaine or curly lettuce leaves, center ribs removed

4 cups chopped or thinly sliced assorted fresh vegetables,
such as cucumber, bean sprouts, tomato, celery, or shredded carrots/ broccoli/cabbage

1. Spread: In bowl, blend salmon, cream cheese, chives, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, onion powder, and pepper flakes.

2. Sandwich: On each of 4 tortillas, divide and spread salmon-cream cheese mixture to within 1/2 inch of edges. Lay a lettuce leaf over each tortilla.

3. Top with one cup vegetables placed across middle of tortilla. Roll up envelope-style and slice on diagonal.

Nutrients per serving:

410 calories;

15g total fat;

5g saturated fat;

32% of calories from fat;

78mg cholesterol;

32g protein;

37g carbohydrate;

2g fiber;

1150mg sodium;

292mg calcium and 1.8g omega-3 fatty acids;