Ten Point Tuna Pita Sandwich

This sandwich deserves a 10 or whatever the highest rating is. It tastes good and it’s easy to make. Don’t settle for any old sandwich when you can get a high scoring tuna pita like this one. A great way to satisfy the appetites of even the most active of athletes. Serves 4.

8 dried tomatoes (not oil packed)
1 1/2 cup packed shredded cabbage with carrot(coleslaw mix)
3 Tbs. fat-free mayo dressing or salad dressing
1 teaspoon horseradish mustard
6 ounces plain all white tuna packed in water
2 whole wheat pita pockets cut in half
( I love them toasted)

Directions:

In a small bowl cover tomatoes with boiling water, let stand about 10 min or until softened
Drain tomatoes and cut into small strips, toss tomato strips with shredded cabbage and carrot mixture.
Combine mayo fat-free dressing or fat-free salad dressing, horseradish mustard.
Add to cabbage – tomato mixture toss to coat
To fix sandwiches divide tuna and cabbage mixture and spread onto toasted pita bread and cut into halves.

Health Benefits:
High in protein, tuna is low in saturated fat and a good choice because it tastes so good. Tomatoes provide Vitamin C, potassium, fiber and antioxidants. Carrots and cabbage are both wonderful sources of Beta Carotene and Vitamin K.