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High Protein Snack: Turkey and Cheese Roll-Ups Recipe

Name: High Protein Snack: Turkey and Cheese Roll-Ups Recipe
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 80 g
Ingredients: sliced turkey breast 8 slices; string cheese (mozzarella, part-skim) 4 pieces; black pepper 1 tsp; dijon mustard 2 tbsp

Turkey wrapped around a cheese stick takes 15 seconds to make and delivers quick protein whenever the afternoon slump hits. No-brainer snacking.

Cook 2 min Difficulty EASY 170 kcal

#High Protein #Low Carb

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

sliced turkey breast 8 slices
string cheese (mozzarella, part-skim) 4 pieces

Seasonings/Sauce

black pepper 1 tsp
dijon mustard 2 tbsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 2 g 5%

Protein 22 g 52%

Fat 8 g 43%

Serving size 80g

Cooking steps

1

Lay out the turkey slices flat on a clean cutting board for easy assembly.
2

Pat the turkey slices lightly with a paper towel to remove excess surface moisture.
3

Place one string cheese stick at the edge of two overlapping turkey slices for each roll-up.
4

Spread a thin layer of dijon mustard across the turkey before placing the cheese for added flavor.
5

Firmly roll the turkey around the cheese, tucking gently while rolling to keep them tight and even.
6

Finish with a sprinkle of black pepper on top and slice each roll-up in half on a bias for presentation.
7

Serve immediately, or refrigerate in a covered container for up to 24 hours; serve chilled for best texture.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?

The sliced turkey breast is the defining ingredient, providing the primary protein quotient and a savory, lean base that wraps around each cheese stick. The quality and moisture of the turkey are essential for both flavor and texture.

Q. How do you keep the roll-ups from getting soggy?

Make sure to pat the turkey slices dry with a paper towel before assembly. Excess moisture can make the roll-ups soggy, especially if you plan to refrigerate them for later snacking. Assembling just before eating also helps maintain texture.

Q. What tips prevent the cheese from slipping out during rolling?

Aligning the string cheese at the edge where the two turkey slices overlap and rolling tightly, gently tucking as you go, helps secure the cheese inside. Spreading a bit of dijon mustard can also act as a slight adhesive.

Q. What’s the nutrition breakdown per serving?

Each serving (80g) delivers approximately 170 kcal, with 22g protein (52% of calories), 8g fat (43%), and just 2g carbohydrates (5%). This makes it a high protein, low carb snack suitable for quick energy and satiety.

High Protein Snack: Turkey and Cheese Roll-Ups Recipe

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