Healthy and Crisp Pita Pockets
Experience the perfect blend of health and flavor with these Healthy and Crisp Pita Pockets! Packed with vibrant Mediterranean-inspired ingredients like protein-rich chickpeas, fresh cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and crunchy mixed greens, these pita pockets are a wholesome delight. The creamy Greek yogurt dressing infused with zesty lemon, garlic, and oregano ties it all together with irresistible tang. With minimal prep time, these pita pockets are a quick and easy option for a nutritious lunch or a light dinner. Serve them warm for that perfect balance of soft and crispy textures, making every bite as satisfying as it is nutritious. Perfect for those craving a healthy, vegetarian-friendly meal that doesn’t skimp on flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole wheat pita breads
- 1 cup chickpeas (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 medium cucumber (diced)
- 2 medium tomatoes (diced)
- 1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 cups mixed greens or lettuce
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat a skillet over medium heat to gently warm the pita breads. Heat each side of the pita for 1-2 minutes until soft and slightly crisped.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, diced cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and mixed greens.
In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the yogurt dressing.
Pour the yogurt dressing over the chickpea and vegetable mixture, and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Carefully slice each pita bread in half to create pockets. Gently open each pocket, being careful not to tear the bread.
Stuff each pita pocket with the chickpea and vegetable mixture, ensuring an even distribution among all the pockets.
Optional: Sprinkle with additional oregano or a drizzle of olive oil for extra flavor before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy these crispy and healthy pita pockets as a refreshing meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1404 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.5 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 3129 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 231.4 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.3 g | 137% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.1 g | ||
| Protein | 62.9 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 598 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 2861 mg | 61% | |
*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.
