Cheeseburger Pitas

Satisfy your burger cravings with this creative and family-friendly twist: Cheeseburger Pitas! Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe combines the savory flavors of seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar, and a tangy homemade burger sauce, all tucked into warm, handheld pita pockets. Fresh toppings like crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and crunchy pickles bring vibrant textures and balance to each bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, these easy-to-make stuffed pitas are a crowd-pleasing upgrade to the classic cheeseburger, offering all the deliciousness without the mess of a bun. Perfect for serving as a quick dinner or casual lunch, Cheeseburger Pitas are a fun and flavorful way to shake up your mealtime routine!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese
• 4 whole Pita pockets
• 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Ketchup
• 2 cups Lettuce
• 1 large Tomato
• 0.5 cup Pickles

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, mix the ground beef with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef mixture and cook, breaking it into small crumbles with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 3

Turn off the heat and sprinkle the cheddar cheese over the cooked beef. Stir until the cheese is melted and evenly distributed.

Step 4

Warm the pita pockets slightly by microwaving for 10-15 seconds or toasting in a dry skillet for about 1 minute on each side.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and ketchup to create a simple burger sauce.

Step 6

Slice the tomato into thin rounds, and roughly chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces.

Step 7

Cut each pita pocket in half to create two openings and gently pry them open without tearing the bread.

Step 8

Spread a small amount of the burger sauce inside each pita half.

Step 9

Stuff each pita with a layer of lettuce, a couple of tomato slices, a spoonful of the cheesy beef mixture, and a few slices of pickles.

Step 10

Serve the stuffed pitas immediately, with extra burger sauce on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1285.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2724.7

Total Fat 163.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 473.8mg	0%
Sodium 7656.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 194.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.9g	0%
Total Sugars 31.5g
Protein 125.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 686.2mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 2204.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.4%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 28.3%