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Leftover Greens Perfect for Sandwich

<i> Shaw is a free-lance writer in Los Angeles</i>

No need to regret buying an abundance of the fresh produce now available. Use any leftover greens to fill this unusual Tahini-Tinged Garden Sandwich.

TAHINI-TINGED GARDEN SANDWICH

1/4 cup sesame tahini

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1/2 clove garlic, grated or crushed and minced

1 teaspoon ground cumin

2 tablespoons plain yogurt

2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro, optional

Dash salt

1 large pita bread, slit

1 ounce feta cheese, crumbled

Combination of at least 3 of following:

Chinese pea pods, blanched

Alfalfa sprouts

Shredded spinach

Tomatoes, chopped, or cherry tomatoes, halved

Shredded carrot

Sweet red pepper strips

Chopped red onion

Chopped avocado

Thinly sliced eggplant, brushed with sesame oil and broiled until tender, about 3 minutes.

Combine tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, yogurt, cilantro and salt in blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Spread mixture inside pita bread. Add feta cheese and vegetables of choice. Makes 1 sandwich.

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