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Mediterranean pita pocket

Recipe Information

Description:
Mediterranean pita pocket is a delicious American recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 5 minutes of prep time and about 0 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 5 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 1 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 1
Preparation Time 5 Minutes
Cook Time 0 Minutes
Total Time 5 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Pita Bread; Hummus; Lettuce; Tomatoes; Cucumber
Category Beans & Legumes; Rice & Grains; Vegetables; Fruit
Meal Breakfast; Brunch; Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Subtype Sandwich
Cuisine American; Greek; Fusion; Middle Eastern
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 whole wheat pita bread (6 ½ inch)

  • 1/2 cup shredded romaine lettuce

  • 1/2 cup diced tomato

  • 1/4 cup diced seedless cucumber

  • 3 tablespoons hummus

  • 2 tablespoons tahini

Directions

  • Spread the hummus and tahini onto the insides of the pita. Sprinkle the lettuce, tomato, and cucumber into the pita. Serve immediately.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 450 cal

  • Total fat: 22g

  • Saturated fat: 3g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 8g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Sodium: 536mg

  • Potassium: 670mg

  • Carbohydrate: 53g

  • Fiber: 11g

  • Protein: 17g