Greek Salad Pita Sandwiches

Vegetarian
Health score
16%
Greek Salad Pita Sandwiches
45 min.
6
157kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our Greek Salad Pita Sandwiches! This delightful vegetarian dish is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a gathering or simply looking for a refreshing snack. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip up a batch to serve six people, making it an ideal choice for family meals or casual get-togethers.

Each bite of these pita sandwiches bursts with the freshness of crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and the rich, tangy taste of crumbled feta cheese. The addition of Kalamata olives and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil elevates the dish, while a hint of lemon juice and dried oregano brings a zesty kick that will tantalize your taste buds. Not only are these sandwiches delicious, but they also offer a healthy option, with only 157 calories per serving!

Perfect as an antipasti, starter, or light appetizer, these Greek Salad Pita Sandwiches are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. So gather your ingredients, and let’s embark on a culinary journey to Greece with this easy and flavorful recipe!

Ingredients

  •  cucumber peeled halved seeded cut into 1/4-inch cubes
  • ounces feta cheese crumbled
  • tablespoons kalamata olives black pitted chopped
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • teaspoon oregano dried
  • 6-inch wholewheat pita breads trimmed
  • cups the of 1 cos lettuce loosely packed thinly sliced ()
  • cups tomatoes diced seeded

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk first 4 ingredients in large bowl to blend.
  2. Add next 4 ingredients and toss to combine. Season salad with salt and pepper. Carefully open pita breads at cut end. Fill each with salad and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories157kcal
Protein9.56%
Fat76.62%
Carbs13.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.33
Glycemic Load
1.34
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
10.148695500001%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.37mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.81mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:156.63kcal
7.83%
Fat:13.75g
21.16%
Saturated Fat:3.85g
24.04%
Carbohydrates:5.58g
1.86%
Net Carbohydrates:3.88g
1.41%
Sugar:2.37g
2.63%
Cholesterol:16.82mg
5.61%
Sodium:268.07mg
11.66%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.86g
7.72%
Vitamin A:2592.63IU
51.85%
Vitamin K:39.48µg
37.6%
Folate:54.07µg
13.52%
Vitamin C:10.32mg
12.51%
Calcium:120.71mg
12.07%
Vitamin E:1.81mg
12.07%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.79%
Phosphorus:94.93mg
9.49%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.43%
Manganese:0.16mg
7.83%
Potassium:264.66mg
7.56%
Fiber:1.7g
6.79%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.62%
Vitamin B12:0.32µg
5.32%
Zinc:0.79mg
5.25%
Magnesium:19.95mg
4.99%
Copper:0.09mg
4.48%
Iron:0.8mg
4.43%
Selenium:3.02µg
4.31%
Vitamin B5:0.39mg
3.91%
Vitamin B3:0.62mg
3.1%
Source:Epicurious