Bang-Up Burritos

1/2-cup small-cut turkey sausage, ground turkey or chicken, or vegetarian alternative, such as soy crumbles

1 tbs. diced onion

1 tbs. diced pepper (red or green)

1/2-cup finely chopped lettuce

1/4-cup pinto, black or refried beans

1 oz. sharp cheddar cheese or soy alternative

1 spinach or whole wheat wrap

1 tsp. olive oil or margarine (can use cooking spray alternative)

Hot sauce garnish (optional)

Directions:

Heat olive oil or margarine in a pan. Saute onion and peppers; add salt, pepper and any other veggie desired. Add meat or soy crumbles.

Spread sautéed mix on wrap; add cheese; roll and fold.

Garnish with salsa and hot sauce (optional)

* Suggested variations: add broccoli or spinach

Simple Salsa

Salsas are made with a variety of fruits and vegetables these days! Try adding citrusy, firm fruits like mango and pineapple. Corn, cucumber and smoked peppers are favorite vegetable ingredients for salsas.

2 medium size tomatoes (dice and remove seeds)

1 white Spanish onion, chopped

1 jalapeno chili minced

2 tbs. fresh chopped cilantro

2 tbs. fresh lime juice

Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Chop and mix all ingredients together; refrigerate until ready.