Easy Armenian Style Pita Sandwiches

Transform your lunch routine with these Easy Armenian Style Pita Sandwiches—an irresistible blend of bold flavors and fresh ingredients that come together in just 30 minutes! Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping, these sandwiches feature spiced ground beef or lamb, infused with cumin, coriander, and paprika, for a rich and aromatic filling. Encased in warm, pliable pita bread and topped with crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, tangy red onions, and a drizzle of refreshing yogurt-lemon dressing, every bite is a symphony of textures and tastes. Garnished with fresh parsley and an optional sprinkle of chili flakes for heat, this vibrant dish is a true crowd-pleaser and a quick way to explore Middle Eastern-inspired cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams Ground beef (or lamb)
• 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
• 2 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 pieces Pita bread
• 2 sliced Tomatoes
• 1 medium, sliced Cucumber
• 20 grams, chopped Fresh parsley
• 0.5 thinly sliced Red onion
• 120 milliliters Plain yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Add the ground beef (or lamb) to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, black pepper, and optional chili flakes. Cook for another 2 minutes to toast the spices and combine flavors. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet or the oven for 1-2 minutes, until pliable.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix plain yogurt with lemon juice. Set aside as a tangy dressing.

Step 7

To assemble the sandwiches, spread a spoonful of the yogurt-lemon dressing over each pita.

Step 8

Evenly divide the cooked meat mixture among the pitas.

Step 9

Top with sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, and fresh parsley.

Step 10

Fold each pita into a sandwich shape and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1266.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2084.8

Total Fat 112.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.9g
Cholesterol 367.5mg	0%
Sodium 2595.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 170.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.6g	0%
Total Sugars 28.6g
Protein 111.5g	0%

Vitamin D 59.6IU	0%
Calcium 500.4mg	0%
Iron 24.1mg	0%
Potassium 2911.1mg	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: 47.2%

Protein: 20.8%

Carbs: 31.9%