Egg, Pesto, and Sun-Dried Tomato Wrap
If you are trying to limit your fat intake, egg whites are a great choice for breakfast.
But don’t malign the whole egg. Recent research indicates that dietary cholesterol isn’t the biggest determinant of overall cholesterol levels for many people. So even if you are being very careful, adding a yolk won't be a problem.
Ingredients
Serves 1
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup fresh baby spinach
- 2 sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil, patted dry
- 2 egg whites, beaten
- 1/2 teaspoon pesto
- 1 (5- to 6-inch) whole wheat, flour, or corn tortilla
- 1 tablespoon shredded mozzarella cheese
You can skip the tortilla and have this as an egg white omelet, if you prefer: just spread the pesto and cheese on half of the omelet before folding.
Instructions
- In an 8- or 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium- high heat, add the oil. Saute the spinach for 1 to 2 minutes, or until completely wilted. Transfer to a cutting board, add the sun-dried tomatoes, and coarsely chop.
- In the same skillet, over medium heat, add the egg whites and cook without stirring for 30 to 45 seconds, or until the eggs are set on the bottom. Using a spatula, lift the edges of the egg whites toward the center of the skillet and gently tilt the pan so the uncooked eggs run underneath the bottom until the eggs are cooked through. Top half of the egg whites with the spinach mixture and fold over the other half, pressing to seal. Transfer to a plate.
- Spread the pesto on the tortilla and sprinkle with cheese. Place the tortilla, cheese side up, in the skillet and cook for 30 seconds, or until the cheese begins to melt. Place the egg on half of the tortilla (folding it to fit if necessary), fold the tortilla over it to eat like a taco, and cook for 20 to 30 seconds.
Per serving
Calories: 230
Calories from Fat: 110
Fat: 12 g
Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
Trans Fatty Acid, Total: 0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 7 g
Cholesterol: 5 mg
Sodium: 440 mg
Carbohydrate: 17 g
Dietary Fiber: 5 g
Sugars: 2 g
Protein: 14 g
- Excerpted from
The American Cancer Society New Healthy Eating Cookbook, Fourth Edition
Copyright ©2016 American Cancer Society.
cancer.org/bookstore
15% off your cookbook purchase!
Use Code: ACS15
American Cancer Society Emails
Sign up to stay up-to-date with news, valuable information, and ways to get involved with the American Cancer Society.
