Curried Potato Pita Sandwiches

Vegetarian
Health score
18%
Curried Potato Pita Sandwiches
45 min.
6
224kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will satisfy your cravings, look no further than these Curried Potato Pita Sandwiches! This vegetarian dish is not only packed with vibrant spices, but it's also incredibly wholesome and filling, making it perfect for antipasti, snacks, or even as an appetizer at your next gathering. With just a bit of time and some simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is not only nutritious but also bursting with flavor.

The heart of this recipe lies in the tender Yukon Gold potatoes, which are infused with aromatic spices such as curry powder and cumin, giving them a warm, earthy flavor that pairs beautifully with the cool and refreshing yogurt sauce. The addition of diced cucumber and parsley adds a refreshing crunch that perfectly balances the richness of the potatoes. This combination makes every bite a truly enjoyable experience.

In just 45 minutes, you can create six satisfying servings, each with only 224 calories. These Curried Potato Pita Sandwiches are sure to impress your family and friends, whether you serve them as a hearty snack, a light meal, or a flavorful party platter. So gather your ingredients, and get ready to indulge in a dish that is not only delicious but also showcases the beauty of vegetarian cooking!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon cayenne 
  • 0.5 cup cucumber diced peeled
  • teaspoon cumin 
  • tablespoons curry powder 
  • teaspoons garlic minced
  • 1.5 tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • oz onion peeled halved lengthwise thinly sliced
  • 0.3 cup parsley chopped
  •  pocket breads cut in half crosswise to make 6 pockets ( 6 in. wide)
  • cup nonfat yogurt plain
  • 1.5 teaspoons salad oil 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 1.5 pounds yukon gold scrubbed cut into 1/2-inch chunks

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • toaster

Directions

  1. In a 10- to 12-inch frying pan over medium heat, stir onion and 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic in oil until onion is limp and starting to brown, about 10 minutes. Stir in curry powder, cumin, cayenne, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  2. Add potatoes and 1 cup water and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender when pierced, about 15 minutes; if they start to stick, add 1 to 2 tablespoons water to pan as needed. Stir in parsley and more salt to taste.
  3. Meanwhile, in a bowl, mix yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon garlic.
  4. Add salt to taste.
  5. Toast pocket breads lightly in a toaster and gently pull open. Spoon potato mixture equally into halves; spoon yogurt sauce over potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories224kcal
Protein14.27%
Fat7.81%
Carbs77.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
54.46
Glycemic Load
30
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
14.07739141713%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Apigenin
5.39mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
1.89mg
Kaempferol
1.19mg
Myricetin
0.4mg
Quercetin
8.51mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:223.97kcal
11.2%
Fat:1.98g
3.05%
Saturated Fat:0.28g
1.72%
Carbohydrates:44.47g
14.82%
Net Carbohydrates:39.78g
14.46%
Sugar:5.98g
6.65%
Cholesterol:0.82mg
0.27%
Sodium:387.11mg
16.83%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.14g
16.29%
Vitamin K:47.06µg
44.82%
Vitamin C:31.33mg
37.97%
Manganese:0.49mg
24.45%
Vitamin B6:0.46mg
23.08%
Potassium:747.33mg
21.35%
Fiber:4.69g
18.76%
Phosphorus:181.61mg
18.16%
Calcium:147.71mg
14.77%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.58%
Magnesium:54.51mg
13.63%
Iron:2.42mg
13.44%
Folate:46.37µg
11.59%
Copper:0.23mg
11.28%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.84%
Vitamin B3:2.04mg
10.18%
Vitamin B5:0.8mg
8.03%
Zinc:1.19mg
7.9%
Vitamin A:318.08IU
6.36%
Vitamin E:0.72mg
4.82%
Vitamin B12:0.25µg
4.15%
Selenium:2.53µg
3.62%
Source:My Recipes