Name: Grilled Pitas with Tomatoes, Olives, and Feta
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup diced seeded plum tomatoes (about 4); 1/2 cup pitted coarsely chopped mixed olives; 1/2 cup chopped red onion; 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint; 4 whole wheat pita breads; 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 3 ounces)

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Grilled Pitas with Tomatoes, Olives, and FetaMichael Falconer

Pita bread serves as the crust for this pizza-style dish. Look for prepackaged mixed black and green brine-cured olives in the deli section of most supermarkets. Serve with: Tabbouleh (bulgur salad), arugula salad with red wine vinaigrette, and marinated artichoke hearts.

Test-kitchen tip:

To pit an olive easily, simply crush the olive with the side of a chef's knife and pop out the pit.

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