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Turkey Pita Tacos

By: Ann Bergstrom

"Cumin spices up this crunchy sandwich filling from Ann Bergstrom of Warrenville, Illinois. In addition to garden-fresh vegetables, it calls for time-saving ingredients such as prepared salsa, canned olives and shredded cheese."

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Prep Time:
25 Min

Cook Time:
5 Min

Ready In:
30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 5 servings

Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon cider or red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup cubed cooked turkey or chicken
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 small tomato, chopped
1 cup chunky salsa
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1 (2.25 ounce) can sliced ripe olives, drained
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
5 (6 inch) pita flat breads

Directions

In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the turkey, peppers, tomato, salsa, onions, olives and garlic. Stir the oil mixture; pour over the turkey mixture and mix well. Stir in cheese. On a lightly greased griddle, heat pita breads on both sides. Spoon about 1/2 cup turkey mixture into each half.