Sandwiches & Snacks

Mediterranean Grape and Lamb Pitas

Juicy grapes marry well with tender lamb for a twist on a delicious Mediterranean-style sandwich. Thanks to California Table Grape Commission for a delightful recipe!

Serves 6.
Prep Time: 5 minutes.

Preparation Only

Ingredients

• 6 pieces pita bread
• 6 leaves of green leafy lettuce, washed and dried
• 450g cold, cooked lamb, thinly sliced
• 1 cup canned chick peas, rinsed
• 1 cup red or green seedless grapes
• 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbed
• 1/3 cup red onions, diced
• 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
• 1/2 tsp oregano
• Salt to taste
• Pepper, freshly ground, to taste

 Dressing

• 1 tsp garlic, freshly pressed or chopped
• 2 tbsp tahini
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 1/4 tsp ground cumin
• Pinch salt
• Dash Tabasco sauce (optional)

Preparation Instructions

• Combine all ingredients for tahini dressing. Set aside.
• In a medium bowl, combine chick peas, grapes, feta, onions, mint, oregano, salt and pepper.
• Place a leaf of lettuce on top of each pita bread, followed by slices of cold lamb and a heaped spoonful of prepared salad mix.
• Top with tahini dressing.
• Press down on sandwich gently to distribute filling evenly, and fold over to form a sandwich.