Mediterranean Pita Sandwich

Savor the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this irresistible Mediterranean Pita Sandwich recipe! Perfectly grilled, marinated chicken takes center stage, infused with a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and oregano for a tantalizing taste. Nestled in warm, fluffy pita bread, each bite is layered with creamy homemade cucumber-yogurt sauce, fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes, crisp red onion, and tangy crumbled feta cheese. This quick and easy recipe is ready in just 30 minutes of cooking and makes a light, healthy lunch or dinner that transports you straight to the sunny Mediterranean. Ideal for meal prep or impressing guests, this is your go-to recipe for Mediterranean-inspired sandwiches!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Pita bread
• 2 pieces Chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 2 medium Tomato
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the marinade for the chicken. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until well combined.

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Turn the chicken to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.

Step 3

While the chicken is marinating, prepare the yogurt sauce. Grate the cucumber and squeeze out the excess water using a cheesecloth or paper towel. In a bowl, mix grated cucumber with Greek yogurt, one minced garlic clove, a pinch of salt, and lemon juice. Stir to combine and refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 4

Slice the red onion and tomatoes thinly. Set aside.

Step 5

Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken breasts, cooking for about 5-7 minutes on each side until they are fully cooked and have nice grill marks. Remove from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before slicing them thinly.

Step 6

Warm the pita bread slightly on the grill for about 1 minute on each side.

Step 7

To assemble the pita sandwich, open each piece of pita bread and spread a layer of the prepared yogurt sauce inside.

Step 8

Place a lettuce leaf into each pita, followed by sliced grilled chicken, tomato slices, red onion slices, and crumbled feta cheese.

Step 9

Drizzle with more yogurt sauce if desired and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1383.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1754.8

Total Fat 62.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.1g
Cholesterol 297.6mg	0%
Sodium 7412.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 181.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.4g	0%
Total Sugars 42.1g
Protein 130.3g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 848.9mg	0%
Iron 13.1mg	0%
Potassium 2410.1mg	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: 31.2%

Protein: 28.8%

Carbs: 40.0%