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Zucchini, Goat Cheese and Corn Pita Pizzas

zucchini corn and goat cheese pitzas

Today’s recipe is for zucchini, goat cheese and corn pita pizzas made on the grill. Sweet corn, zucchini and herbed goat cheese are piled onto pitas for tons of flavor and built in portion control. They are really quick to throw together and cook just as fast. This is a fun recipe for summertime parties and makes an awesome meatless monday recipe as well!

 

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Zucchini, Goat Cheese and Corn Pita Pizzas

Yield: 2 pita pizzas

Zucchini, Goat Cheese and Corn Pita Pizzas

Ingredients

  • 2 pita breads
  • 1/2 c corn kernels, thawed if using frozen
  • 1 c zucchini, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 c soft herbed goat cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Sea salt and black pepper
  • 3 large basil leaves, chiffonade
  • Hard Parmesan cheese ribbons

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill to 400
  2. Smear goat cheese on each pita.
  3. Toss zucchini slices in olive oil. Grill zucchini for 5 minutes on grill.
  4. Assemble zucchini slices and corn on top of each pita. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Place on grill for 5-7 minutes.
  6. Using a peeler, thinly peel ribbons of Parmesan to top pizza with.
  7. Carefully remove pita a from grill. Top with basil and Parmesan ribbons.
http://freshandfit.org/zucchini-goat-cheese-and-corn-pita-pizzas/

 

 

Triple Fruit Chicken Salad

triple fruit chicken salad by fresh and fit

Nothing beats a cool sandwich or wrap on a hot day. These triple fruit chicken salad pitas are bursting with fresh fruit flavor. You don’t typically see cherries in a chicken salad, but what could be better than the fruit of the season? This recipe is sweet and tangy, yet savory and salty.  There is also a satisfying crunch from the fresh apples and celery combo.  I lightened it up a bit with my usual go to, Greek yogurt. All wrapped up in a  doughy pita. I think this is the perfect go-to for summer lunch time or a picnic in the park. Enjoy!

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Triple Fruit Chicken Salad

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1/2 c cherries, pitted and sliced thinly
  • 1 c celery, thinly sliced
  • 1/3 c raisins
  • 1 small green apple, diced
  • 1/3 c red onion, minced
  • 1/3 c mayonnaise
  • 1/2 c Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 1/2 tsp fresh black pepper
  • 4 pitas

Instructions

  1. Heat grill or flat top to medium. Cook chicken until juices run clear.
  2. Prep and combine fruit and vegetables in a large bowl.
  3. When chicken is cooked, allow to cool slightly. Slice into chunks or shred depending on your preference.
  4. Combine chicken with fruit and vegetables.
  5. Stir together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and mustard until smooth and combined.
  6. Pour dressing over chicken salad and stir well. Refrigerate until serving. Serve in fresh pita or bread.
http://freshandfit.org/triple-fruit-chicken-salad/

Greek Slider Stuffed Pitas


Greek Slider Stuffed Pitas

This week I am bringing you five days of delicious and nutritious burger recipes. Don’t worry vegetarians, there will be something for everyone! With spring underway, it is only appropriate to start thinking about bbq. But we also want to be health minded and ready for swimsuit season. The first recipe is Greek Slider Stuffed Pitas. That’s right, mini burgers stuffed in a pita with sautéed vegetables and creamy yogurt tzatziki. The burgers are made up of grass-fed beef, feta cheese and fresh herbs. You can make them on your grill or a flat top. Opa!

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Greek Slider Stuffed Pitas

Ingredients

  • For Burgers
  • 1 lb 85 lean grass-fed ground beef
  • 1/2 c feta cheese crumbles
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp granulated onion
  • 1 tsp fresh minced garlic
  • 3 medium basil leaves, finely chopped
  • 2 mint leaves finely chopped
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 3-4 pita pockets
  • Hummus (optional)
  • For veggie mix
  • 1/2 c diced zucchini
  • 1/2 c sliced baby portobello mushrooms
  • 1/3 c diced red onion
  • 1/2 c diced bell pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • For Tzatziki
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1/2 c greek yogurt
  • 1/4 c grated peeled cucumber
  • sea salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a medium skillet, heat olive oil and combine veggies. Sauté until tender, about 10 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine burger ingredients.
  3. Form into small patties.
  4. Heat grill or flat top and cook 3-5 minutes each side depending on desired doneness.
  5. Stir together tzatziki ingredients, refrigerate until ready to serve.
  6. Cut open pita pockets and smother with Hummus or Tzatziki
  7. Add veggies and 2-3 sliders
http://freshandfit.org/greek-slider-stuffed-pitas/