Salad in a Pocket
Transform your lunchtime routine with "Salad in a Pocket," a quick and nutritious recipe that's perfect for on-the-go meals! This Mediterranean-inspired dish pairs the satisfying crunch of fresh romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber with the creamy richness of hummus and tangy feta cheese, all nestled inside warm whole wheat pita bread. A zesty homemade lemon-oregano dressing ties it all together, adding a burst of vibrant flavor to every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this light yet filling salad wrap is an ideal choice for busy weekdays, picnics, or meal prep. Treat yourself to a wholesome blend of textures and flavors—all conveniently packed in a pocket!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces whole wheat pita bread
- 2 cups romaine lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.5 cup hummus
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the romaine lettuce. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and set aside.
Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons, depending on preference.
Peel and thinly slice half of a medium red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion slices. Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly.
Cut each pita bread in half to create pockets. Gently spread about 2 tablespoons of hummus inside each pita half.
Stuff each hummus-lined pita pocket with the dressed salad mixture, being careful not to overfill.
Sprinkle a generous pinch of crumbled feta cheese into each pocket.
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh, flavorful Salad in a Pocket!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1580 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.4 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.1 g | 120% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 3426 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 179.7 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.3 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.2 g | ||
| Protein | 53.6 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 744 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 1740 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.
