Tuna Pockets: Light And Lovely (NAPSA)—Bathing suit season creeps up on people, causing many to want a “quick fix” to shed extra pounds. For many Americans, this means adopting a high-protein, low-carbohydrate diet. Registered Dietician Sharon McNerney urges people to main- tain the intake of essential nutrients at all times, especially during periods of “watching what you eat.” “It’s important not to deprive your body of the nutrients it needs,” said McNerney. “Eating canned and pouched seafood is a convenient and healthy way to kick-start summer because seafood is low in fat and is a good source of protein and omega-3.” Chunklight tuna consists of no more than one gram of fat when packed in spring water and only three to six grams of fat when packed in oil. In addition, it has been proved that omega-3 helps arthritis, asthma, acne and the heart. Culinary Expert Lena Cutler recommends Chicken of the Sea’s new chunkier chunk light tuna as an inexpensive way to liven up summer salads and dishes because of its outstanding taste and nice firm texture. She also suggests the chunkier chunk light is perfect for busy people who are watching their waistline. “The chunkier chunklight tuna is a quick, hassle-free protein boost for people ‘on the go,’” said Cutler. For guilt-free summer recipe ideas, visit the Mermaid Club at www.chickenofthesea.com. To motivate your light summer appetite, here is a recipe that is sure to be a hit! Tuna and Sprout Pockets Ingredients 1 cup creamycottage cheese 14 cup shredded mozzarella cheese '% cup shredded carrot 14 cup plain low-fat yogurt 2 Tablespoons low-calorie mayonnaise-basedsalad dressing ' teaspoon dry marjoram OR savory, crushed 2 (6-0z) cans Chicken of the Sea chunkier chunk light tuna, drained 4 small pita breads, cut in half crosswise 1 cupalfalfa sprouts, washed Directions In bowl, stir together cottage cheese, mozzarella, carrot, yogurt, salad dressing and marjoram. Fold in Chicken of the Sea Chunk Light Tuna. Cover and chill for 15 minutes or for several hours. Spoon about ‘/4-cup tuna mixture into each pita bread pocket. Top tuna filling with alfalfa sprouts. Makes 4 servings. Substitute 1 (7.1-0z) pouch Chicken of the Sea Albacore, Salmon or Tuna for two (6-0z) Chicken of the Sea cans ChunkLight Tuna. Preparation Time: 10 min- utes; Chill time: 15 minutes to several hours.
