Turkey Pitas With Tahini-Yogurt Sauce Recipe

Name: Turkey Pitas With Tahini-Yogurt Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cooking spray; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric; 4 (4-ounce) turkey cutlets; 4 (6-inch) whole-wheat pitas; 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber; 1 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper; 2 tablespoons tahini (sesame seed paste); 2 tablespoons plain low-fat yogurt; 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon water; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

Cooking spray
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
4 (4-ounce) turkey cutlets
4 (6-inch) whole-wheat pitas
1 cup thinly sliced cucumber
1 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
2 tablespoons tahini (sesame seed paste)
2 tablespoons plain low-fat yogurt
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon water
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1
Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Combine cumin, paprika, salt, and turmeric in a small bowl. Rub spice mixture evenly over turkey. Add turkey to pan; cook 3 minutes on each side or until done. Remove turkey from pan.
2
Cut off top third of each pita; reserve for another use. Add pitas to pan; grill 30 seconds on each side or until marked. Cut turkey into slices. Divide turkey, cucumber, and bell pepper evenly among pitas.
3
Combine tahini and remaining ingredients in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Serve tahini mixture with sandwiches.
4
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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cooking spray, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Turkey Pitas With Tahini-Yogurt Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Turkey Pitas With Tahini-Yogurt Sauce

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