Rating: 3.5 stars
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  • 1 star values: 0

Pair this sandwich with a mixed green salad or cup of soup for a light dinner.

Recipe by Cooking Light October 2011

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Credit: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

Recipe Summary

Yield:
Serves 4 (serving size: 1 sandwich)
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Ingredients

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Directions

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  • Combine garlic, 5 tablespoons yogurt, and next 4 ingredients (through chickpeas) in a bowl; mash with a potato masher or fork until almost smooth or to desired consistency. Stir in cucumber and dill.

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  • Combine remaining 1 tablespoon yogurt and carrot in a small bowl; stir well to coat.

  • Line each pita half with 1 lettuce leaf; fill with 1/2 cup chickpea mixture and 2 tablespoons carrot mixture.

Chef's Notes

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Nutrition Facts

185 calories; fat 1.6g; saturated fat 0.3g; mono fat 0.3g; poly fat 0.5g; protein 9.5g; carbohydrates 33.4g; fiber 3.8g; iron 2.2mg; sodium 477mg; calcium 74mg.
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