Heart Healthy
If you can’t go out to lunch, take lunch outdoors! Pack a picnic lunch with these delicious chicken pita sandwiches. Portable and easy, these healthy sandwiches are under 200 calories.
Ingredients
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2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
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1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
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2 Tbsp chopped drained sun-dried tomatoes
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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1/4 tsp dried tarragon
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2 garlic cloves, finely minced
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4 cups shredded cooked chicken breast (about 3/4 lb)
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1 medium tomato, chopped
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1/2 cup (2 oz) grated part-skim mozzarella cheese
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2 scallions, chopped
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1 Tbsp capers, rinsed and drained
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1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
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6 pitas (6-inch diameter), cut in half
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3 cups baby mixed greens
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine balsamic vinegar, oil, sun-dried tomatoes, black pepper, tarragon and garlic. Stir in chicken, tomato, cheese, scallions, capers and basil.
- Line each pita half with 1/4 cup greens. Divide chicken mixture evenly among pita halves.
Nutrition Facts
Serves 6
Serving size: 1 pita 1/2 cup mixed greens 1/2 cup chicken
Per Serving: Calories: 310 Fat: 8g Saturated Fat: 2g Cholesterol: 54mg Sodium: 550mg Carbohydrates: 36g Fiber: 5g Protein: 20g
