Mediterranean Turkey Pockets Recipe

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant Mediterranean Turkey Pockets recipe, a delightful fusion of bold spices, fresh veggies, and creamy yogurt sauce. Perfectly seasoned ground turkey is infused with cumin, coriander, and paprika, then tucked into warm pita bread alongside a colorful medley of cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and fresh parsley. A tangy Greek yogurt sauce with hints of lemon and oregano ties it all together, delivering a burst of Mediterranean flavor in every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, these turkey pockets are quick, healthy, and ideal for family meals or casual entertaining. Whether you're seeking a protein-packed option or a Mediterranean-inspired twist, this recipe checks all the boxes. Serve immediately and savor the freshness!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground turkey
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.75 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 Cucumber, diced
• 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 Pita bread, whole wheat or regular
• 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it up into small pieces with a spatula, until fully browned.

Step 3

Stir in minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the turkey is well coated with the spices. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dried oregano, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Mix well to create the yogurt sauce and set aside.

Step 5

Prepare the vegetable filling by mixing cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese in a medium bowl. Toss with fresh parsley.

Step 6

Warm the pita bread by lightly toasting them in a dry skillet for about 1 minute on each side, or until soft and pliable.

Step 7

Cut each pita bread in half to form pockets.

Step 8

To assemble, layer a generous scoop of the seasoned turkey into each pita pocket. Add a spoonful of the vegetable and feta mixture on top.

Step 9

Drizzle the yogurt sauce inside each filled pocket for added flavor.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your Mediterranean Turkey Pockets!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1302.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2087.7

Total Fat 96.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 434.2mg	0%
Sodium 4700.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 170.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.4g	0%
Total Sugars 18.7g
Protein 142.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 898.1mg	0%
Iron 15.5mg	0%
Potassium 1320.7mg	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: 40.9%

Protein: 26.9%

Carbs: 32.2%