Marinade:

2 Tbsp red wine vinegar

2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

1 Tbsp fresh basil, minced

1 clove garlic, minced

½ tsp lemon rind, grated

¼ tsp freshly ground pepper, to taste

salt, to taste

Filling

1 large tomato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes

½ cup fresh mozzarella cheese , about 3 oz. , in 1/2-inch cubes

14 inch pita bread rounds, each cut to form 2 half-rounds

4 leaves red-leaf lettuce

To make the marinade, whisk together all of the ingredients in a small bowl.

To make the filling, combine the tomato and cheese cubes in a shallow dish.

Drizzle with the marinade.

Cover and refrigerate for about 1 hour.

Taste and adjust the seasoning.

Split the pita halves open and line each with a lettuce leaf.

Use a slotted spoon to strain the tomato and mozzarella mixture as you add it to the pita halves.

Advance Preparation:

The tomato and cheese will keep in the marinade for up to 2 days in a covered container in the refrigerator.

Assemble the sandwiches just before serving.

Sugar: 1g

:

Calcium: 95mg

Calories: 147kcal

Carbohydrates: 8g

Cholesterol: 11mg

Fat: 11g

Fiber: 1g

Iron: 1mg

Potassium: 172mg

Protein: 5g

Saturated Fat: 3g

Sodium: 143mg

Vitamin A: 1942IU

Vitamin C: 9mg