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Black Bean and Corn Pitas


INGREDIENTS

Makes 4 servings
  • 1 (15-ounce) can low-sodium black beans 
  • 1 cup frozen corn, thawed 
  • 1 cup fresh or no salt added canned tomatoes 
  • 1 avocado, chopped 
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley 
  • 1 ⁄8 teaspoon cayenne pepper or more to taste 
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice 
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder 
  • 2 medium whole wheat pita pockets 
  • 1 ⁄3 cup shredded part-skim Mozzarella cheese 

HOW TO MAKE

1. Drain and rinse beans. In a medium bowl, combine beans, corn, tomatoes, avocado, and garlic. Add parsley, cayenne pepper, lemon juice, and chili powder.
2. Cut pita bread in half to form 4 pockets, and spoon equal amounts of filling into each half. Top with cheese and serve.

Nutrition information per serving:

Calories 352, Carbohydrate 54 g,
Dietary Fiber 17 g, Protein 16 g, Total Fat 10 g,
Saturated Fat 2 g, Trans Fat 0 g,
Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 176 mg