Smoked Turkey Pockets with Apple Slaw
Treat your taste buds to a crisp and savory delight with these Smoked Turkey Pockets with Apple Slaw, a quick and wholesome meal bursting with flavor and texture. Nestled in soft whole wheat pita pockets, thinly sliced smoked turkey pairs perfectly with a refreshing apple slaw made from a mix of julienned red and green apples, shredded cabbage, and carrots. The creamy Greek yogurt and honey dressing, lightly sweetened and tangy with a touch of apple cider vinegar, ties it all together beautifully. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this recipe is a perfect choice for busy weeknights, light lunches, or grab-and-go meals. Garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, these pockets are as visually appealing as they are delicious. Perfect for fans of healthy sandwiches and meal preppers alike, this easy recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Whole wheat pita pockets
- 2 cups Smoked turkey, thinly sliced
- 1 medium Red apple, julienned
- 1 medium Green apple, julienned
- 1 cup Shredded green cabbage
- 0.5 cup Shredded carrots
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the julienned red and green apples, shredded green cabbage, and shredded carrots.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
3. Pour the dressing over the slaw mixture and toss well to coat. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
4. Cut the whole wheat pita pockets in half to create 8 openings.
5. Gently open each pita half and stuff with about 1/4 cup of sliced smoked turkey.
6. Add a generous scoop of apple slaw to each pocket, pressing gently to pack it in.
7. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2089 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.4 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 458 mg | 153% | |
| Sodium | 10259 mg | 446% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 236.0 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.0 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.8 g | ||
| Protein | 187.5 g | 375% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 340 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 2906 mg | 62% | |
*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.
