COOKING: Scoop-It-Up Tuna

http://mealmakeovermoms.com/ Dietitians and cookbook authors Liz Weiss and Janice Newell Bissex (AKA The Meal Makeover Moms) cook up this fast and healthy lunch recipe the whole family will love. Their Meal Makeover cooking & advice segments feature everything from healthy makeovers for chicken nuggets, fish sticks, fruit smoothies and other kid favorites to practical tips for getting picky eaters to try their vegetables! If you're a mom (or dad) looking for easy ways to improve your family's diet, be sure to visit www.MealMakeoverTV.com. To learn about Liz & Janice's cookbooks, No Whine with Dinner and The Moms' Guide to Meal Makeovers, check out www.MealMakeoverMoms.com

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• Tuna
• salad
• lunch
• lunchbox
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• picky
• eater
• recipe
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• sandwich
• kids
• family
• fast
• easy
• nutrition
• dietitian

[inpact]

I don't think Mayo is a "good" fat. I think you mean the Tuna.

[MealMakeoverTV]

Yes, tuna has good fats including omega-3 but mayonnaise has good fat too, especially when it's made with canola oil (a good source of omega-3 as well).

Hope you enjoy the recipe!

[whateverme16]

w8... i have a question plz answer: how old do u have to be to eat tuna ((you said small chrildren and pregnet ppl)) [im 11] can I eat it a lot???

[MealMakeoverTV]

In 2004, the FDA and EPA advised women of childbearing age, pregnant women, nursing moms, and young children to avoid large predator like swordfish b/c of high levels of harmful mercury. They also advised limiting albacore ("white") tuna to one 6-ounce can a week. No limits were set for canned light tuna, considered a low mercury fish. It's fine to give white tuna to kids occasionally, but, if they love tuna and eat it a lot, choose the light variety instead.

[stymye]

why is there no seasoning?

[MealMakeoverTV]

Feel free to add any seasoning you like! Salt and pepper is often enough to bring out the flavor. The "dippers," including tortilla chips and fresh veggies also add a lot of fun flavors.

[evegpt]

This is good made with plain yoghurt mixed half and half with mayo. I also add chopped green peppers, celery and green onions. IF you chop the peppers and celery really fine, kids won't notice.

[Fallen1966]

Hey, where's his homework?

Looks like a quick snack for Dad too.

[Powerchain]

Looks good. Thanks for sharing.