Mediterranean Pita Pocket Sandwiches Recipes

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MEDITERRANEAN PITA POCKETS

Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     main-dish

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8



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Steps:

  • In a small bowl mix together the yogurt, parsley, hot sauce, cumin, and salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Slice the top off of each pita pocket. Fill each pocket with 2 slices of brisket, a quarter of the pickled cucumbers and drizzle with the yogurt mixture. Arrange on a serving platter and serve.

1 (8-ounce) container plain yogurt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 pita pockets
8 slices leftover beef brisket from Grilled Beef Brisket with Tangy Mop Sauce recipe
1 cup leftover Pickled Cucumber Salad from recipe

MEDITERRANEAN VEGETABLE PITAS

Craving a fast and healthy meal? This one packs tomato, cucumber, onion and olives. Add a touch of cayenne for a punch. -Ivy Abbadessa, Loxahatchee, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14



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Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk the first six ingredients until blended; if desired, stir in cayenne. Add tomato, cucumber, onion and olives; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving., To serve, add lettuce to vegetables; toss to combine. Spoon into pita halves; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 19g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 580mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
1 large tomato, chopped
1 cup chopped seeded cucumber
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 cups torn romaine
8 whole wheat pita pocket halves
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

MEDITERRANEAN PITA POCKET SANDWICHES

This is such a great recipe for parties or picnic or even as a quick lunch. Easy to assemble and very healthy and tasty.

Provided by Nadia Melkowits

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 pitas, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14



Mediterranean Pita Pocket Sandwiches image

Steps:

  • 1. Adjust oven rack to middle position. Heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • 2. In a small bowl, mix sour cream, yogurt, cucumber,lemon juice, 2 minced garlic clove, feta, pepper to taste;.
  • 3. Wrap pitas in foil and Place in oven; bake until warm and pliable, 5 minutes. Cut in half.
  • 4. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over high heat saute onion until golden brown. Add meat, oregano and remaining minced garlic; continue to saute for about 2 minutes.
  • To serve first fill pitas with lettuce, followed by meat, tomatoes and cucumber sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 515.6, Fat 17.8, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 113.3, Sodium 454.3, Carbohydrate 43, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 6.8, Protein 43.9

1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt
1/2 cup cucumber, peeled, shredded and squeezed as dry as possible
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 cup crumbled feta (optional)
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 large pita bread
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, peeled and cut into chunky wedges
1 lb grilled chicken, bites (or roasted pulled pork)
1 teaspoon oregano
1 1/2 cups shredded romaine lettuce (optional)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

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