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Pita Sandwich with Salsa Relish Recipe

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A light vegetarian sandwich with a refreshing salsa bean stuffing.

Pita Sandwich with Salsa Relish Recipe (+)

Directions

It's best to make the bean salsa the night before, or at least a few hours ahead, so that the flavors blend to enhance the flavor.
In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients, except the pita bread, and stir. Refrigerate to blend flavors overnight.
Fill pita pockets with about 1/2 cup of mixture or more as desired. This recipe makes a large amount, and it is also great served as salsa with chips.

Container: Large container

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Serving Size: 6 pieces

Ingredients

-		15 ounces black eyed peas, drained and rinsed
-		15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
-		15 ounces sweet whole kernel corn, drained
-		10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chiles
-		1/2 cup fresh jalapeño peppers. chopped fine
-		1/2 cup red onion, chopped fine
-		1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
-		8 ounces Zesty Italian dressing
-		4 ounces pimentos, chopped and drained
-		1 package of pita bread halves

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