Vegetable Pita Sandwich

Elevate your lunch game with this fresh and flavorful Vegetable Pita Sandwich recipe, a quick and healthy meal that’s ready in just 20 minutes! Perfect for plant-based enthusiasts, this recipe features whole wheat pita pockets generously spread with creamy hummus and stuffed with crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy red bell peppers, and vibrant carrots. A hint of red onion and a sprinkle of tangy feta cheese add a delightful zing, while a zesty olive oil and lemon dressing ties it all together. Packed with wholesome ingredients and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, these pita sandwiches are not only nutrient-rich but also satisfyingly delicious. Ideal for a light lunch, a picnic, or a no-fuss dinner, this recipe is as versatile as it is refreshing.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Whole wheat pita bread
• 1 cup Hummus
• 1 large Cucumber
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 1 medium Carrot
• 4 large leaves Lettuce leaves
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and peel the cucumber, then slice it into thin rounds.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes.

Step 3

Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips, removing the seeds and core.

Step 4

Peel and thinly slice the red onion.

Step 5

Peel and grate the carrot using a box grater or a food processor.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create a simple dressing.

Step 7

In a large bowl, combine cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper strips, red onion slices, and grated carrot.

Step 8

Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to combine.

Step 9

Cut each piece of whole wheat pita bread in half to form pockets.

Step 10

Spread about 2 tablespoons of hummus inside each pita pocket.

Step 11

Place a large lettuce leaf inside each pita pocket, over the hummus.

Step 12

Fill each pita pocket with the vegetable mixture and sprinkle with feta cheese.

Step 13

Serve the pita sandwiches immediately, allowing guests to enjoy the fresh and vibrant flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1434.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1844.8

Total Fat 90.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.7g
Cholesterol 66.8mg	0%
Sodium 3577.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 213.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.5g	0%
Total Sugars 28.1g
Protein 58.8g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 644.6mg	0%
Iron 16.9mg	0%
Potassium 2679.1mg	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: 42.8%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 44.9%