Cucumber, Herb and Pita Salad
Servings: 6
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 1 whole wheat pita - cut into 1 inch squares
- 3 Persian cucumbers cut into 1/3 inch half moons
- 2 stalks celery cut into 1/3 inch pieces
- 2 tbsp chopped chives
- 1 tbsp chopped mint
- 1/3 cups crumbed Parmesan cheese
- 1 avocado removed from skin and diced
For the Vinaigrette
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp basil or red wine vinegar
- 1/2 tsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
- Place the cut pita onto a parchment lined baking sheet and place into the oven. Let the pita toast for about 10-15 minutes until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the toasted pita, cucumbers, celery, chives, parmesan, mint and avocado.
- In another small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar and honey. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately.