Sardine Nori Wraps

Living in a fast paced city like New York can make it challenging to maintain healthy eating habits on top of exercising, commuting to work, sleeping a full 8 hours, and maintaining a social life. Having nutritious and portable meal options like this sardine Nori has been a game changer for me. This recipe requires no heating, making it perfect for busy days when you’re on the go.

Sardines are nutrient dense and packed with protein, heart healthy omega 3 fatty acids, vitamins B12 and D, and the antioxidant mineral selenium. Unlike large fishes, sardines have lower mercury levels, making them a safer option for regular consumption.

This sardine Nori salad recipe is a perfect grab-and-go meal packed with nutrients, protein, and healthy fats, making it a satisfying and energizing option for your busy days. This is easily customizable and can be wrapped with rice as well for increased satiation. Simply prepare the sardines and vegetables in advance, wrap it up in pre packaged seaweed, and you have a portable and nutritious meal that you can enjoy on your commute, at your desk, or wherever your day takes you.

Remember, maintaining a healthy lifestyle in a busy city requires discipline, but having convenient and delicious options like this sardine Nori can make it much more manageable. Enjoy this recipe and feel good about fueling your body with nourishing and affordable ingredients, even when time is limited.

Sardine Ingredients:

• 1 can (4.25 oz) sardines in olive oil

• 1 TBS soy sauce

• 1 TBS fresh squeezed orange juice

• 1 TBS lemon juice

• 1 TBS lime juice

Cucumber Jalepeno salad Ingredients:

• 1 Persian cucumber

• 1 Jalepeno

• ½ tsp salt

• 1 tsp sesame seeds

• 1 TBS olive oil

Other:

•   1 package seaweed snack pack

• Lettuce wraps (optional)

• Migrogreens for garnish

• Cooked rice

Instructions:

1.   In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, orange juice, lemon juice, and lime juice

2. Slice cucumber into strips

3.  Deseed and devein jalapeno, cut into strips and place in another small bowl along with sliced cucumbers. Mix salt, olive oil, sesame seeds

4. Scoop a small portion of sardine mix and cucumber-jalapeno salad onto seaweed wrap or lettuce wrap

5. Enjoy!

Refrigeration recommendations for opened canned sardines:

• Opened canned sardines should be refrigerated after opening if you don't plan to consume them right away. Once opened, canned sardines can be kept refrigerated for 3 to 4 days. Be sure to transfer the sardines and any liquid or oil from the can to an airtight container.

• If you're preparing the wraps in advance to take with you, refrigerate the sardine mixture, the cucumber jalepeno mixture, and the lettuce leaves separately. The acidity from the lemon juice will help slow bacterial growth, but refrigeration is still recommended. Assemble the wraps just before eatting to maintain crispness and freshness.

• Once assembled, consume within 2 hours if not refrigerated. If you need to keep them longer, refrigerate them in an insulated lunch bag or cooler with ice packs.

By following these guidelines, you can safely enjoy your nutritious and portable sardine salad lettuce wraps while minimizing the risk of foodborne illness. Proper refrigeration is important for any perishable food items, even for dishes intended to be consumed without heating or refrigeration during transport.

Nutrition:

24g Protein     |           10g carbs         |           32g fats           |           3g fiber           |           4g sugar

*Nutritional values computed without rice