Brown Bag Ideas Its All Greek
Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with "Brown Bag Ideas: It’s All Greek," a wholesome and vibrant recipe that makes lunchtime exciting and delicious. Perfect for meal prep or an easy on-the-go meal, this 15-minute recipe features whole wheat pita bread stuffed with layers of creamy hummus, tender cooked chicken, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, tangy Kalamata olives, and crumbly feta cheese. A drizzle of tzatziki sauce adds a luscious, tangy kick, complemented by a hint of fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice. This healthy and satisfying combo is high in protein, rich in fresh flavors, and perfect for busy days. Whether you’re packing these Greek-inspired pitas for work, school, or a picnic, they’re sure to brighten up your day with every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Whole wheat pita bread
- 4 tablespoons Hummus
- 1 cup Cooked chicken breast
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium Cucumber
- 0.25 cup Kalamata olives
- 0.25 cup Crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 4 tablespoons Tzatziki sauce
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 pinch Ground black pepper
Instructions
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half, dice the cucumber, and roughly chop the Kalamata olives and parsley.
Warm up the whole wheat pita bread slightly, if desired, for easier handling.
Spread 2 tablespoons of hummus inside each pita bread to create a flavorful base.
Divide the cooked chicken breast evenly between the two pitas.
Layer the sliced cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, chopped olives, and crumbled feta cheese on top of the chicken.
Drizzle 2 tablespoons of tzatziki sauce into each pita for a creamy and tangy addition.
Sprinkle fresh parsley, a bit of lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and black pepper over the fillings.
Fold the pitas gently to secure the fillings and wrap them in parchment paper or reusable wraps for easy transport.
Refrigerate your prepared pitas until ready to eat. Best consumed fresh on the same day for optimal taste.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
604 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.0 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 122 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1320 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.4 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 52.8 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 166 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 892 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
