Ingredients:
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/3 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon all purpose Greek seasoning, blend
1/2 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
2 large egg whites, lightly beaten
1 lb ground chicken
2 teaspoons grated lemon rind, divided
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh oregano
4 (6 inch) pita bread, cut in half
2 cups shredded lettuce
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
Directions:
Combine onions, breadcrumbs, seasoning blend, pepper, egg whites and chicken. Add 1 tsp of lemon rind and mix.
Divide mixture into 8 equal patties, approx 1/4 inch thick and oval in shape.
Heat oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
Cook patties 2 minutes per side or until browned. Cover, reduce heat to medium, and cook 4 minutes.
Combine remaining lemon rind, yogurt and oregano stirring well.
Serve patties in pita pockets with yogurt mixture or tzatziki, lettuce, and tomato.
Servings: 4
Time preparation: 5 min.
Time total: 15 min.