RED, WHITE AND BLUE PITA POCKETS

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Completely packed with delicious fillings, these pockets get their patriotic name from red peppers, white sour cream and tangy blue cheese. But don't wait for the Fourth of July to serve them; they're fantastic any night of the year! Charlene Chambers - Ormond Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
4 teaspoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound beef top sirloin steak, thinly sliced
1/2 cup fat-free sour cream
1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese
4 whole wheat pita pocket halves
2 cups torn red leaf lettuce
1/2 cup roasted sweet red peppers, drained and cut into strips
1/4 cup sliced red onion

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the vinegar, oil and garlic; add the beef. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight., In a small bowl, combine sour cream and blue cheese; set aside. Drain and discard marinade., In a large nonstick skillet or wok coated with cooking spray, stir-fry beef for 2-3 minutes or until no longer pink. Line pita halves with lettuce, red peppers and onion; fill each with 1/3 cup beef. Serve with sour cream mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 522mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

David Ireland
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These pita pockets are so good! I'll definitely be making them again.


Lawfulplum
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These pita pockets are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Glovey Renee
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I love the combination of flavors in these pita pockets. They're so unique and delicious.


Billy Jerry
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These pita pockets are the perfect way to celebrate the 4th of July!


Bijoy Malakar
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! These pita pockets are a new family favorite.


Suck yuh mada
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These pita pockets are so delicious and festive! They're perfect for a patriotic party.


Amukelani Mabasa
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I love how easy these pita pockets are to make. They're perfect for a quick and easy meal.


Mxolisi Nani
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These are the best pita pockets I've ever had! The flavors are amazing.


Britt Lovejoy
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I made these pita pockets for a potluck and they were a huge success! Everyone raved about them.


Rontisha Jackson
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These pita pockets are so versatile. You can fill them with whatever you like.


Manuel Vargas
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I love that this recipe uses fresh ingredients. It really makes a difference in the flavor.


SHOVRO Gamer
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These are the perfect party food! They're easy to make ahead of time and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Neja Saber
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I made these for my kids' lunch and they were a big hit! They're so colorful and fun, and the kids loved the taste.


TeeTee PHAKAMANI
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These pita pockets were a huge hit at my 4th of July party! They're so easy to make and everyone loved the festive colors.