Veal Burger Pita Sandwich |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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For a heartier sandwich, coarsely chopped avocado can be stirred into the yogurt. Ingredients:
1 pound lean ground veal (10% fat or less) |
1 small red onion, chopped |
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint |
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley |
1 tablespoon curry powder |
1 tablespoon minced garlic |
1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt |
chopped avocado (optional) |
1 teaspoon olive oil |
4 whole wheat or onion pita breads, cut in half crosswise |
1 large tomato, sliced |
Directions:
1. Combine veal with onion, 2 tablespoons mint, parsley, curry and 2 teaspoons garlic in large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Form veal into four 4-inch patties, about 1/2 inch thick.(Can be prepared 8 hours ahead. Cover and chill.)
2. Combine yogurt with remaining 1 tablespoon mint, remaining 1 teaspoon garlic and avocado, if desired.
3. Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add veal and cook 3 minutes per side. Place veal on half of each pita. Top with tomato and yogurt mixture. Sandwich with remaining pita; serve.
4. Per serving: calories, 340; fat, 8 g; sodium, 454 mg; cholesterol, 78 mg Nutritional analysis provided by Bon Appétit
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