Turkey Pitas

Makes: 6 servings

Ingredients:

1/4 cup lemon juice
1-1/2 tablespoons non/lowfat margarine
1-1/2 teaspoon olive oil
2 red peppers, cut into strips
3 zucchini, cut into strips
1-1/4 pounds smoked turkey, cubed
3 tablespoons water
6 pita bread loaves

Directions:

Boil lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes.

Add margarine and stir until melted.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper, zucchini and turkey and saute 2-3 minutes.

Add water and saute another 3-4 minutes. Drizzle with lemon margarine.

Cut pitas in half and stuff with turkey and vegetables.

Nutritional Information:

Serving size: 1 pita sandwich

Calories: 370
Fat: 5 g
Cholesterol: 50 mg
Protein: 30 g
Carbohydrates: 55 g
Fiber: 5 g
Sodium: 850 mg

Chad Tackett, the President of Global Health and Fitness (GHF), has degrees in Exercise and Heath Science and Nutrition, is a Certified Personal Trainer, and is a regular guest lecturer to both professional and lay audiences on the principles of effective exercise and good nutrition.
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