VEAL BURGER PITA SANDWICH

Veal Burger Pita Sandwich image

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

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

Steps:

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.)
Combine yogurt with remaining 1 tablespoon mint, remaining 1 teaspoon garlic and avocado, if desired.
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.