Here's a cool idea for a warm summer evening or just a quick sandwich supper. Tomato and onion are mixed together to make a tangy uncooked relish that captures their refreshing texture and flavor. The relish and roast beef make a tasty, colorful filling for a pita pocket.
Look for large pita bread. I find the whole-wheat bread has more texture and flavor than the plain. If you can only find small pitas, use two per serving.
Helpful Hints:
_ Roast chicken can be substituted for roast beef.
_ Diced fresh onions and tomatoes can be found in the produce section of the supermarket.
Countdown:
_ Prepare onion and tomato relish and set aside to marinate a few minutes.
_ Make the Greek Summer Salad.
_ Complete the pita pockets.
Shopping List:
To buy: 6 ounces sliced lean deli roast beef(ASTERISK), 1 package whole-wheat pita breads (6 { inches each), 1 bottle dried oregano, 1 bottle/can green or black olives, 1 container fresh diced tomato, 1 container fresh diced onion, 1 bunch cilantro, 1 cucumber, 1 large green bell pepper.
Staples: balsamic vinegar, reduced-fat vinaigrette dressing(ASTERISK)(ASTERISK), salt, black peppercorns.
