It’s Monday night, there’s snow on the ground (Boo!), the NCAA Tournament is moving in fast (Yay for a No. 1 seed!) and chances are you don’t want to do much too much in the kitchen tonight.

To Meatless Monday, that’s not a problem at all.

Spend just a few moments creating these easy pita bread sandwiches and throw some baby carrots on the side. It’s like a picnic dinner, except prepared in about 5 minutes and enjoyed at home.

Easy, efficient and healthy. Happy Monday!

Veggie Pita Bread Sandwiches

2 pita bread, halved

Plain or red pepper hummus, as needed

3 small cucumbers, diced

1/2 pound tomatoes, chopped

3 small cans sliced black olives, drained

2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped

Salt and pepper, to taste

Open up the 4 halves of pita to create a pocket. Spread desired amounts of hummus in each pocket. Fill each pocket with equal parts of the remaining ingredients. Season to taste.

— Recipe adapted from www.melissas.com.