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Mediterranean Ground Beef Pita Pockets: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Luna
  • Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 pound ground beef
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 medium onion, finely chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 4 whole wheat pitas
– 1 cup cucumber, diced
– 1 cup tomatoes, diced
– ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
– ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
– ½ cup tzatziki sauce
– Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish


Instructions

Creating Mediterranean Ground Beef Pita Pockets is straightforward with these simple steps:

1. Heat Olive Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Cook Onion: Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Brown the Beef: Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned, approximately 5-7 minutes.
5. Season the Beef: Sprinkle cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper over the beef. Stir to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes to allow the spices to meld.
6. Warm the Pitas: While the beef is cooking, warm the pitas in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds until soft.
7. Prepare the Filling: Once the beef is cooked and seasoned, remove it from the heat.
8. Assemble the Pockets: Take each pita and gently open it to create a pocket. Fill with a generous portion of the spiced beef mixture.
9. Add Fresh Vegetables: Top the beef with diced cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and crumbled feta.
10. Drizzle with Tzatziki: Finish with a dollop of tzatziki sauce and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
11. Serve Immediately: Enjoy your Mediterranean Ground Beef Pita Pockets while they’re warm!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Fat: 20g
  • Protein: 30g