GARBANZO BEAN PITAS

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This a wonderful meatless recipe for informal dinners and quick lunches alike. I add a little horseradish to my pitas for extra flair. -Susan LeBrun of Sulphur, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 whole wheat pita pocket halves
4 lettuce leaves
1/2 small cucumber, thinly sliced
1 small tomato, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup fat-free ranch salad dressing, optional

Steps:

In a blender, combine the first eight ingredients; cover and process until blended. Spoon 1/3 cup bean mixture into each pita half. Top with lettuce, cucumber and tomato. Serve with ranch dressing if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241 calories, Fat 6g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 552mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges