Eating on the Run
Let's face it: Bolting breakfast, leaping through lunch, or dashing off dinner happens more often than not. Make a mobile meal to look forward to instead of a stress-filled afterthought with any of these six nutritious, delicious recipes. They take as little -- or less -- time to prepare than driving through your local fast-food establishment. Dining on the run was never so much fun.
Breakfast Tortilla Wrap This sizzling, Southwestern combo is an extraordinary kick start for a busy day.
Sweet and Spicy Spring Rolls Take two spring rolls and call it lunch or snap one up as a snack. Rice wraps and wasabi paste can be purchased at Asian specialty markets or large supermarkets.
Sandwiches
Roast Beef and Red Pepper Sandwiches You can prepare these sandwiches ahead of time, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
Turkey in a Pita Pita bread soaks up sauce like a sponge; you'll want to fill the sandwich just before enjoying it. To pack for later, combine the slaw mix and seal in a plastic container separate from the pita bread, then assemble the sandwich when you're ready to eat.
Cal-Mex Veggie Wraps You can follow the recipe or mix and match your own combination of veggies in this hearty meatless meal. Or, beef it up with strips of grilled steak.
Fruit Sundae Snacks Shredded jicama adds crunchy sweetness with the look of grated coconut. Jicama should be very firm, without soft spots or pits in the rind. A small jicama will yield about 2/3 cup shreds. Shred or cut up remaining jicama, and toss with fresh lime or lemon juice to serve as a refreshing salad.
