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 fresh Greek Salad Pita Sandwiches! Perfectly crafted for vegetarians, this delightful dish is not only light on calories—just 157 kcal per serving—but also bursting with nutrients and robust tastes that will transport your taste buds to sun-kissed Greece.

Imagine biting into a warm pita pocket filled with crisp cucumbers, fresh tomatoes, and a medley of tangy Kalamata olives—all harmoniously complemented by creamy crumbled feta cheese and drizzled with fragrant extra-virgin olive oil. Each ingredient has been thoughtfully selected to not only enhance flavor but also to provide a satisfying crunch that makes these sandwiches a perfect addition to any mealtime or snack.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe serves six, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings, summer picnics, or casual dinners with friends. With the refreshing crunch of romaine lettuce and the bright zing of lemon juice, these pita sandwiches are as nutritious as they are delicious. Elevate your appetizer game with this simple yet elegant dish that promises to be a crowd-pleaser. Give it a try, and enjoy a taste of Mediterranean bliss right at your table!

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%
Vitamin E:1.81mg
12.07%
Calcium:120.71mg
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