Description
Enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean with these delicious Greek Salad Pita Pockets. Fresh and flavorful, these vegetarian pita pockets are perfect for a quick and healthy lunch.
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 4 whole wheat pita breads (halved)
- 1 1/2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced Kalamata olives
For the Dressing:
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, combine romaine, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese, and olives.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Combine: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Fill the Pitas: Gently open each pita half to form a pocket and fill with the Greek salad mixture.
- Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra protein, consider adding grilled chicken, chickpeas, or falafel.
- Assemble the pita pockets just before serving to prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Lunch
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pita halves
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
