Turkey Burger Pitas with Tahini Sauce

Fast and flavorful turkey burger recipe adapted from Cooking Light - September 2010 edition. 

1/2 cup plain 2% Greek-style yogurt

1 Tablespoon tahini (sesame seed paste)

1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

1 garlic clove; minced

1/4 cup chopped green onions

3 Tablespoons parsley; finely chopped

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon onion powder

1 lb ground lean turkey

Cooking spray

2 whole wheat pitas, cut in half

Tomato slices

Combine first 5 ingredients in a small bowl. 

Combine onions, parsley, salt, onion powder and turkey in a large bowl. Divide mixture into 4 equal portions, shaping each into a 1/2 inch- thick patty. 

Heat a grill pan or large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray and add patties to the pan. Cook for 4 minutes on each side or until done.

Line each pita half with patty (I sliced cooked patties in half), tomato slices and tahini sauce.