A Cajun-spiced sour cream mixture of sprouts, shredded cheddar cheese and shredded carrots is spooned into whole wheat pita pockets lined with deli smoked ham and tomato slices.

Spicy Power Pita

2 tablespoons fat-free sour cream
1/2 teaspoon Cajun, Creole or blackened seasoning
1/4 packaged sprouts, sprouts salad or cole slaw mix
1/2 shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons julienned or shredded carrots
1 whole wheat pita pocket bread
1 (1-ounce) thinly sliced deli smoked ham
2 slices tomato

1. In a medium bowl, combine sour cream and seasoning. Add sprouts, cheese and carrots; mix well.
2. Cut pita in half; open pockets. Line pockets with ham and tomato; top with cheese mixture. Serve immediately or wrap and refrigerate up to 8 hours before serving.

Makes 1 pita sandwich, increase portions as needed.

Recipe provided courtesy of the American Dairy Association.