An aromatic mixture of toasted walnuts, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil in a garlicky balsamic dressing is irresistible when baked on top of crispy pita triangles.

Did you know that walnuts are one of the healthiest foods you can eat?  Walnuts are the only nut that contain a significant amount of omega-3 fatty acids. No other nut even comes close.  Eating a handful of walnuts every day is one small step you can take to protect your heart.  The U.S. Food and Drug Administration even approved a qualified health claim for walnuts, the first ever for a whole food.

Preheat the oven to 350ºF.

Place the walnuts and pita pieces on a large nonstick baking sheet. (Keep the walnuts and pita pieces separated on the baking sheet.) Bake in the center of the oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the walnuts are slightly browned and the pitas are toasted and slightly dry. Remove from the oven and put on a heatproof surface.

In a medium bowl, stir together the walnuts and the remaining ingredients to mix well. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the walnut-tomato mixture on top of each pita piece. Bake in the center of the oven at 350ºF for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is slightly melted and the mixture is warmed through. Arrange on a pretty platter and serve.

16 Servings; 2 pita triangles per serving Nutrition information per serving:
70 calories, 2.5g total fat, 0.5g saturated fat, 1mg cholesterol, 94mg sodium, 10g total carbohydrate, 1g fiber, 2g protein