Get some culinary inspiration for lunches on the go with recipes like this easy Greek salad pita.
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Whether it is creating nutritious snacks or main dishes, this cookbook features wholesome dishes for anyone and for every occasion. Take for example their Greek Salad Pita recipe. Filled with wholesome ingredients such as hummus and chopped tomato, the dish is perfect for parties or on the go. They are also versatile and can be made to suit any dietary needs. See below for the simple recipe courtesy of AmericanGirl Cooking.
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- Yield: 4 Servings 1x
Ingredients
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- 2 regular or whole-wheat pita breads
- 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 ?4 English cucumber (peeled and chopped)
- 1 large plum tomato (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons chopped pitted black olives (optional)
- 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese or goat cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons balsamic or red wine vinegar
- Salt
- 1 ?4 cup Lemony Hummus or store-bought hummus
- 1 cup chopped or shredded cooked chicken
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Stack the pita breads and cut them in half. Wrap the halves in aluminum foil. Place in the oven to warm for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine the lettuce, cucumber, tomato, olives (if using), and cheese. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and vinegar, season with salt, and then drizzle the mixture over the salad. Using tongs, toss to combine.
- Remove the pita breads from the oven and unwrap them. Spread the inside of each pita with 1 tablespoon hummus. Add the chicken, dividing evenly. Spoon the salad inside, dividing it evenly. Serve right away.
- Category: American
- Cuisine: American
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