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Easy Veggie Greek Pitas
5 from 15 votes

Easy Veggie Greek Pitas

This recipe for Easy Veggie Greek Pitas combines fresh cucumber, tomato, and red onion slices with a homemade tzatziki sauce made from Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, and dried herbs. Served in warm pita bread and optionally garnished with feta cheese and extra oregano, the result is a cool, creamy, and herbaceous sandwich. The tzatziki provides a creamy texture and tangy flavor that balances the crisp vegetables. This dish is well-suited for a light lunch or convenient vegetarian meal.

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 2 pita sandwiches
Calories: 284 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek

Ingredients

Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1/2 /2 cup Greek yogurt full-fat, plain
  • 1-2 garlic minced, cloves
  • 3 Tablespoons lemon juice 1 lemon, fresh
  • 1/2 /2 teaspoon oregano dried
  • 1/4 /4 teaspoon dill dried
  • 1/4 /4 teaspoon parsley dried
  • 1/4 /4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 /4 teaspoon salt or more to taste
Veggie Pita
  • 1 tomato sliced, large
  • 1 cucumber thinly sliced, small or 1/2 large
  • 1/2 /2 red onion thinly sliced, small
  • 2 pita bread large
  • oregano for garnish, dried
  • 1/4 /4 cup feta cheese optional, for garnish, crumbled

Instructions

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  1. Tzatziki: In a small bowl, stir together the yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, dill, parsley, onion powder, and salt. Taste test for salt and herb levels then set aside.
  2. Optional, but recommended: warm pita in microwave for 15-25 seconds.
  3. Assemble each pita by layering cucumber slices, tomato slices, onion, and a spread of tzatziki sauce in each pita. Top with a generous pinch of dried oregano and feta cheese crumbles. Fresh parsley is also a great garnish.
  4. Store leftover tzatziki sauce in an airtight container in the fridge (as well as any leftover veggies). Easily add more pita and veggies to make more sandwiches.

Notes

  • If preferred, lightly sauté or caramelize the red onion slices before assembling for a milder flavor.
  • Leftover tzatziki sauce and sliced vegetables can be stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator for easy sandwich assembly later.
  • Warming pita bread briefly in the microwave enhances pliability and eating experience.
  • Adding fries to the meal reflects a typical Greek street food tradition and complements the pita nicely.

Nutrition Information

Calories 284kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 45g (15%) Protein 15g (30%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 1g (5%) Trans Fat 1g (50%) Cholesterol 19mg (6%) Sodium 831mg (35%) Potassium 582mg (12%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 720IU (14%) Vitamin C 25mg (28%) Calcium 245mg (25%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2 pita sandwiches

Amount Per Serving

Calories 284

% Daily Value*

Calories 284kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 45g 15%
Protein 15g 30%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 19mg 6%
Sodium 831mg 35%
Potassium 582mg 12%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 720IU 14%
Vitamin C 25mg 28%
Calcium 245mg 25%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.