Low Fat Mediterranean Stuffed Pita
Looking for a healthy, flavorful meal that’s quick to prepare? This Low Fat Mediterranean Stuffed Pita is a light and satisfying option that's ready in just 15 minutes! Packed with vibrant veggies like cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and red bell peppers, plus hearty garbanzo beans and tangy Kalamata olives, these whole wheat pita pockets are a true celebration of Mediterranean flavors. A drizzle of zesty homemade lemon-oregano vinaigrette ties it all together, while a sprinkle of feta cheese and fresh parsley adds the perfect finishing touch. Ideal for lunch or a light dinner, this low-fat recipe is both nutritious and delicious—perfect for busy weekdays or meal prepping. Serve immediately for a refreshing bite packed with wholesome ingredients!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Whole wheat pita bread
- 1 medium Cucumber, diced
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup Garbanzo beans (canned), drained and rinsed
- 0.25 medium Red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 0.25 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Cut each whole wheat pita in half to create pockets.
In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, garbanzo beans, red onion, and Kalamata olives. Mix well.
Add the crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley to the vegetable mixture. Toss gently to combine.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create a vinaigrette.
Pour the vinaigrette over the vegetable and cheese mixture. Toss everything together until the ingredients are well-coated with the dressing.
Stuff each pita pocket with a generous portion of the Mediterranean mixture.
Serve the stuffed pitas immediately for a fresh and healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1204 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.9 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.1 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 3686 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 159.8 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.7 g | 120% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.9 g | ||
| Protein | 46.4 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 540 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 1728 mg | 37% | |
*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.
