Tuna Rice-Paper Rolls
Make delectable and healthful tuna rice paper rolls to get your growing baby important nutrients with this recipe from Enfamil.
MAKES 4 SERVINGS
PREP TIME: 10 minutes
COOK TIME: 0 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 10 minutes
Key Prenatal Benefits of Tuna during Pregnancy
High in...
- Niacin, which allows for normal nervous system function
- Selenium, which contributes to a healthy immune system and proper thyroid function
- Vitamin A, which supports your baby's immune system and aids in cell growth and development
- Vitamin B12, which plays a vital role in blood cell formation and a healthy nervous system
Good source of...
- Omega-3 fatty acids, which promote your heart health and support the development of your baby’s brain and eyes
- Phosphorus, which is a component of all cell membranes, as well as DNA and RNA, and aids in the development of strong teeth and bones
- Protein, which promotes the development of muscles and organs
- Vitamin B6, which may ease morning sickness and assists in the development of your baby’s brain and nervous system
| Ingredients | |
|---|---|
| 1 can (12 ounces) | water-packed light tuna, drained |
| 2 tablespoons | reduced-fat mayonnaise |
| 1 tablespoon | chopped scallion |
| 1 tablespoon | chopped celery |
| 1 tablespoon | finely shredded carrot |
| 1 tablespoon | finely chopped cilantro, plus additional leaves for garnish |
| ½ teaspoon | toasted sesame oil |
| pinch of salt | |
| pinch of ground black pepper | |
| hot sauce (optional) | |
| 4 | round rice-paper wrappers |
Directions
- In a bowl, combine the tuna, mayonnaise, scallion, celery, carrot, cilantro, oil, salt, pepper, and a few drops of hot-pepper sauce (if using). Stir to mix well.
- Prepare the rice-paper wrappers according to the package directions. Lay the papers on a moistened tray or work surface. Spoon one quarter of the tuna mixture on one side of each wrapper. Fold in the sides of each wrapper and then roll it up from the bottom into a tube.
- Garnish the wraps with cilantro leaves and serve them immediately.
| NUTRITION (Per Serving) | |
|---|---|
| CALORIES | 116 cal |
| FAT | 3.83 g |
| SATURATED FAT | 0.71 g |
| SODIUM | 256 mg |
| CARBOHYDRATES | 7.69 g |
| TOTAL SUGARS | 1 g |
| DIETARY FIBER | 0.13 g |
| PROTEIN | 12.8 g |
| BIOTIN | 1.33 mcg |
| CALCIUM | 12.78 mg |
| CHLORIDE | ---- mg |
| CHOLESTEROL | 23.91 mg |
| CHOLINE | 17.8 mg |
| CHROMIUM | 0.02 mcg |
| COPPER | 0.03 mg |
| FOLATE | 3.8 mcg |
| IODINE | 0.03 mcg |
| IRON | 1.07 mg |
| MAGNESIUM | 14.5 mg |
| MANGANESE | 0.02 mg |
| NIACIN | 8.14 mg |
| OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS | 0.14 g |
| OMEGA-6 FATTY ACIDS | 0.03 g |
| PANTOTHENIC ACID | ---- |
| PHOSPHORUS | 84.39 mg |
| POTASSIUM | 122.14 mg |
| RIBOFLAVIN | ---- mg |
| SELENIUM | 55.1 mcg |
| THIAMIN | ---- mg |
| VITAMIN A | 961 IU |
| VITAMIN B6 | 0.3 mg |
| VITAMIN B12 | 2 mcg |
| VITAMIN C | 1 mg |
| VITAMIN D | 36.6 IU |
| VITAMIN E | 0.3 mg |
| VITAMIN K | 8.5 mcg |
| ZINC | 0.6 mg |
