The Relationship Between Nutrition and Mental Health
The link between nutrition and mental health is becoming increasingly clear as research continues to show how profoundly food influences the brain.
A twist on the traditional favorite, this taquitos recipe is easy and satisfying. Golden brown and crispy in minutes in an air fryer, these taquitos are bursting with flavor.
Makes: 5 Servings
Ingredients:
1 ripe, fresh avocado (halved, pitted, peeled and mashed)
½ cup low-sodium canned black beans (rinsed)
½ Tbsp. cumin
1 tsp. garlic powder
½ tsp. salt
10 (6-inch) corn tortillas
1 cup rainbow cherry tomatoes (chopped)
½ cup red or yellow bell peppers (seeded and diced)
1 Tbsp. fresh jalapeno (seeded and minced)
1 Tbsp. onion (minced)
1 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
2 Tbsp. fresh cilantro leaves (chopped)
Directions:
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Total calories: 181
Total fat: 6 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Sodium: 300 mg
Carbohydrate: 27 g
Dietary fiber: 7 g
Total sugars: 13 g
Protein: 7 g
Give this recipe a try and let us know what you think!
Source: MyPlate
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