Vegetable Pita Pockets

Vegetable Pita Pockets are a delightful and nutritious side dish, bursting with fresh flavors and vibrant colors. Packed with a medley of vegetables and herbs, these pockets make for a satisfying and healthy addition to any meal.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pita bread - 2 pieces
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, finely chopped
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, and finely chopped red onion.
2. Add the crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley to the vegetable mixture.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper, then pour this dressing over the vegetables.
4. Toss the mixture gently until all ingredients are well combined.
5. Cut the pita bread in half to create pockets and stuff each half with the vegetable mixture.
6. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for 10 minutes to chill before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 25 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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