Mediterranean Pitas With Muffaletta Relish

Total Time: 30 mins Preparation Time: 30 mins

Ingredients

• 6 ounces marinated artichoke hearts, diced, reserve marinade
• 1/2 cup plum tomato, diced
• 1/2 cup red onion, diced
• 1/2 cup roasted red pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup black olives, chopped
• 1/4 cup green olives, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
• 15 ounces chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 2 tablespoons tahini
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 4 pita breads, 6-inch rounds, cut in half crosswise
• 1/2 cup wheat germ (optional)

Recipe

• 1 to make relish: combine all ingredients, including reserved marinade, in medium bowl.
• 2 to make hummus: blend all ingredients and 2 tbs. water in blender until smooth.
• 3 to assemble pitas: spread 3 tbs. hummus into each pita half, sprinkle on 1 tbs. wheat germ if desired. top with relish, dividing evenly among pitas. serve immediately.