Mexican Sushi

Health score
4%
Mexican Sushi
45 min.
6
115kcal

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Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure that fuses the vibrant flavors of Mexico with the fun presentation of sushi? Introducing Mexican Sushi, a delightful dish that is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor and nutrition. Perfect for gatherings, this unique appetizer will impress your guests and tantalize their taste buds.

Imagine a colorful array of tortillas filled with creamy chipotle-infused cream cheese, hearty refried black beans, and zesty pico de gallo salsa, all wrapped up in a delightful roll. Each bite offers a burst of flavor, complemented by the freshness of cilantro and the satisfying texture of the tortillas. With just 115 calories per serving, this dish is a guilt-free indulgence that can be enjoyed as an antipasto, starter, or snack.

Whether you're hosting a party or simply looking for a fun and healthy treat, Mexican Sushi is the perfect choice. It’s easy to prepare, taking only 45 minutes from start to finish, and can be made ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy the festivities without the stress of last-minute cooking. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to impress with this innovative twist on traditional sushi!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup refried black beans low-fat
  • 1.5 tablespoons chipotle in adobo seeded finely chopped
  • 0.8 cup cilantro leaves chopped
  • large flour tortilla plain
  • ounces cream cheese low-fat softened
  • tablespoons pico de gallo salsa 
  • large spinach-flavored tortilla 
  • large tomato-flavored tortilla 

Equipment

  • oven
  • plastic wrap
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Mix together cream cheese and chipotle.
  2. Heat tortillas in microwave or oven to soften.
  3. Spread each tortilla with 2 Tbsp. chipotle cream cheese, 1/4 cup black beans and 2 Tbsp. salsa. Scatter one-third of the avocado and cilantro on each.
  4. Roll up tortillas tightly; wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate. To serve, unwrap and trim ends; cut each roll across into 6 pieces.

Nutrition Facts

Calories115kcal
Protein15.27%
Fat27.12%
Carbs57.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16
Glycemic Load
1.75
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.1465217587741%

Flavonoids

Quercetin
1.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:115.28kcal
5.76%
Fat:3.54g
5.44%
Saturated Fat:1.8g
11.27%
Carbohydrates:16.91g
5.64%
Net Carbohydrates:13.93g
5.07%
Sugar:2.56g
2.84%
Cholesterol:7.65mg
2.55%
Sodium:233.69mg
10.16%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.48g
8.96%
Fiber:2.98g
11.92%
Folate:40.67µg
10.17%
Iron:1.39mg
7.71%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.51%
Vitamin K:6.72µg
6.4%
Phosphorus:62.91mg
6.29%
Calcium:60.77mg
6.08%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.64%
Vitamin A:278.73IU
5.57%
Magnesium:17.8mg
4.45%
Potassium:128.01mg
3.66%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.31%
Copper:0.06mg
2.96%
Selenium:1.96µg
2.8%
Zinc:0.36mg
2.39%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.17%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.91%
Vitamin B3:0.37mg
1.85%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.36%
Vitamin C:1.11mg
1.35%
Source:Allrecipes