Pitas Stuffed with Italiano Lentils andTuna
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- Number of Servings: 4
Ingredients
3/4 cup chopped onion1 clove minced garlic1 Tbsp olive oil2 cup vegetable stock/broth3/4 cup dried lentils2 cup diced tomatoes w/juice1/2 cup water1/4-1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes1/2 tsp. salt1 Tbsp fresh basil or 1 tsp. dried basil1 Tbsp fresh oregano or 1 tsp. dried oregano1/4 tsp. fresh ground black pepper1-6 oz can of tuna packed in water, drained4 4" whole wheat pitas
In a saucepan saute the onion and garlis in the olive oil for 5 minutes, until the onion is tender. Add the broth and lentils. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Add the tomatoes with their liquidand 1/2 cup water and the remaining ingredients. Simmer over low heat uncovered for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add more water if mixture becomes to dry. For a warm sandwich gently stir in the drained tuna. Cut the pita breads in half and stuff with the mixture. For a cold sandwich allow mixture to cool and then gently fold in the drained tuna and then stuff the halved pita breads.
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
- Calories: 162.2
- Total Fat: 4.1 g
- Cholesterol: 12.8 mg
- Sodium: 1,234.2 mg
- Total Carbs: 15.9 g
- Dietary Fiber: 4.2 g
- Protein: 15.3 g
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