Foodie, Recipes

Mediterranean Ground Beef Pita Pockets

By Grace Dishes

Delicious Mediterranean-inspired pita pockets filled with seasoned ground beef and fresh vegetables.

Why You’ll Love This Mediterranean Ground Beef Pita Pockets

These Mediterranean Ground Beef Pita Pockets are a lifesaver for busy families! They come together in just 25 minutes, making them perfect for those nights when time is tight. The combination of savory beef, fresh veggies, and creamy tzatziki creates a flavor explosion that everyone will love. Plus, they’re customizable, so you can cater to picky eaters or add your favorite ingredients. It’s a win-win for dinner!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 4 pita pockets
  • 1 cup lettuce, shredded
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1/2 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup tzatziki sauce

Instructions

  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
  3. Add ground beef, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; cook until beef is browned.
  4. Warm pita pockets in the oven or microwave.
  5. Fill each pita pocket with the beef mixture, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, and feta cheese.
  6. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or olives.
  • For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the beef mixture.
  • These can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Cholesterol: 70mg

Serving Size: 1 pita pocket

Calories: 350

Sugar: 3g

Sodium: 600mg

Fat: 20g

Saturated Fat: 8g

Unsaturated Fat: 10g

Trans Fat: 0g

Carbohydrates: 30g

Fiber: 3g

Protein: 20g