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pita pocket

Pita Pocket Sandwiches: Tasty & Portable Lunches

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  • Author: TalesOfaKitchen
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Vegan Food
  • Method: Assembly
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired

Description

Discover the joy of pita pocket sandwiches! Perfect for a convenient lunch on the go. Fill them with your favorite ingredients with Tales Of A Kitchen!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 whole wheat pita pockets, halved
  • 1 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup diced cucumber
  • 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. Gently toss until the ingredients are well combined.
  3. Open each pita pocket half and fill it with the chickpea mixture.
  4. Serve immediately or wrap in parchment for an on-the-go meal.

Notes

  • Make Ahead: Pita pockets can be prepped a day in advance. Store them in the fridge and reheat if needed.
  • Experiment: Mix and match ingredients to suit your taste. Seasonal produce adds variety.
  • Serving Tip: Pair with a light side like a warm lentil salad (see French Lentils Warm Salad) for a complete meal.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg