Crumbly Summer Salmon Pocket

Submitted by mermaidmagic

"Healthy recipe from Brigham & Women's Hospital, Boston."

 

• Ready In: 10mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 2

ingredients

• 1 (6 ounce) can wild salmon, drained or 6 ounces fresh salmon
• 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil, extra virgin olive oil or 1 tablespoon light mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 pinch lemon zest
• 1⁄4 cup cucumber, finely chopped
• 1⁄4 cup carrot, finely shredded
• 1 tablespoon of fresh mint, finely chopped
• 1 whole wheat pita bread (cut in half)

directions

1. In a mixing bowl, add salmon, oil (or mayonnaise) lemon juice and lemon zest.
2. Stir until evenly mixed.
3. Fold in chopped cucumber, shredded carrots, and mint.
4. Stuff each half of pita pocket with field greens and 1/2 of the crumbly salmon mixture.
5. Serve with side salad or fresh fruit and enjoy!