Mediterranean Vegetable Pitas

(Courtesy of Taste of Home)

Ingredients:
1/4 c. olive oil
2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
2 tsp. grated lemon peel
2 tsp. minced fresh oregano or 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper, optional
1 large tomato, chopped
1 c. chopped and seeded cucumber
1/2 c. chopped red onion
1 can (2 1/4 oz.) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 c. torn romaine
8 whole wheat pita pocket halves
1/2 c. crumbled feta cheese

Directions:
In a large bowl, whisk the first 6 ingredients until blended; if desired, stir in cayenne.  Add tomato, cucumber, onion and olives; toss to coat.  Refrigerate until serving.

To serve, add lettuce to vegetables; toss to combine.  Spoon into pita halves; sprinkle with feta cheese.

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