Tomato-basil sandwich

Pita bread replaces sliced bread in this easy sandwich.

Pita bread is a hollow flatbread. It is a staple in the Middle East as well as in Mediterranean regions. It can be cut in half and filled with just about anything.

Ingredients (Serves 2)

1 whole-wheat pita, cut in half
2 or more leaves of romaine lettuce
6 fresh basil leaves
1 tomato, thinly sliced
2 thin slices of red onion
2 ounces reduced-fat smoked provolone cheese
1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Toast the pita bread halves and open the pockets.

Divide the lettuce, basil, tomato, onion and cheese between the 2 halves. Sprinkle with balsamic vinegar and freshly ground pepper.

Serve.