Cheeseburger Pitas

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Satisfy your burger cravings with this creative and family-friendly twist: Cheeseburger Pitas! Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe combines the savory flavors of seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar, and a tangy homemade burger sauce, all tucked into warm, handheld pita pockets. Fresh toppings like crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and crunchy pickles bring vibrant textures and balance to each bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, these easy-to-make stuffed pitas are a crowd-pleasing upgrade to the classic cheeseburger, offering all the deliciousness without the mess of a bun. Perfect for serving as a quick dinner or casual lunch, Cheeseburger Pitas are a fun and flavorful way to shake up your mealtime routine!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 15 min
• Total Time: 25 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese
• 4 whole Pita pockets
• 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Ketchup
• 2 cups Lettuce
• 1 large Tomato
• 0.5 cup Pickles

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. In a medium bowl, mix the ground beef with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined.

2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef mixture and cook, breaking it into small crumbles with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked, about 7-8 minutes.

3. Turn off the heat and sprinkle the cheddar cheese over the cooked beef. Stir until the cheese is melted and evenly distributed.

4. Warm the pita pockets slightly by microwaving for 10-15 seconds or toasting in a dry skillet for about 1 minute on each side.

5. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and ketchup to create a simple burger sauce.

6. Slice the tomato into thin rounds, and roughly chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces.

7. Cut each pita pocket in half to create two openings and gently pry them open without tearing the bread.

8. Spread a small amount of the burger sauce inside each pita half.

9. Stuff each pita with a layer of lettuce, a couple of tomato slices, a spoonful of the cheesy beef mixture, and a few slices of pickles.

10. Serve the stuffed pitas immediately, with extra burger sauce on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (328.9g)

Calories		700
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		45.4 g	58%
	Saturated Fat	17.1 g	86%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		112 mg	37%
Sodium		1466 mg	64%
Total Carbohydrate		40.8 g	15%
	Dietary Fiber	3.3 g	12%
	Total Sugars	5.6 g
Protein		32.6 g	65%
Vitamin D		0.3 mcg	2%
Calcium		291 mg	22%
Iron		4.9 mg	27%
Potassium		490 mg	10%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1631 cal (58.1%%)

Protein: 522 cal (18.6%%)

Carbs: 652 cal (23.2%%)