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- Chicken
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, about 2 lemons
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, pressed or grated
- 4 skinless boneless chicken breasts, trimmed and cut into 1/4 inch strips (about 2 pounds)
- Tzatziki Sauce
- 2 medium cucumbers, peeled, seeded and cut into a small dice
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 medium garlic cloves, pressed or grated
- 2 cups plain Greek yogurt (not non-fat)
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- Wrap
- 6-8 store-bought pita (or homemade)
- 1 pint grape tomatoes, cut in half or thirds
- 1/2 a small red onion, thinly sliced
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