Greek Salad in a Pita
Transform your lunch routine with this vibrant and refreshing Greek Salad in a Pita! Packed with the bold flavors of Mediterranean cuisine, this recipe features crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese, all tossed in a zesty homemade oregano-lemon dressing. Nestled inside soft pita pockets lined with crunchy romaine lettuce, each bite is a delightful combination of textures and savory goodness. With only 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this quick and healthy recipe is perfect for busy weekdays or light, satisfying meals. Whether you're looking for a grab-and-go lunch or an easy dinner, these Greek Salad Pitas are a delicious way to bring Mediterranean vibes to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Pita bread
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 small Red onion
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 cups Romaine lettuce
Instructions
Wash and dry all vegetables.
Dice the cucumber into small cubes.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half.
Thinly slice the red onion.
Roughly chop the Kalamata olives if desired.
In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss well to combine.
Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
Slice each pita bread in half to create pockets.
Line the inside of each pita half with a handful of romaine lettuce.
Spoon the Greek salad mixture into each pita pocket, ensuring an even distribution of ingredients.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Greek Salad in a Pita!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1452 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.9 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.1 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 4458 mg | 194% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 165.1 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.4 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.4 g | ||
| Protein | 38.0 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 632 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 1410 mg | 30% | |
*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.
