Description
Spinach & Feta Stuffed Pitas are a delicious and nutritious meal option that combines fresh spinach and creamy feta cheese enveloped in warm pita bread. This Mediterranean-inspired dish is quick to prepare, making it perfect for lunch or dinner. With vibrant flavors and customizable ingredients, these stuffed pitas will impress your guests or satisfy your cravings any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh spinach, washed and chopped
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small red onion, finely diced
- 4 whole-wheat or regular pita breads
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic and red onion until translucent (about 2 minutes).
- Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted (about 3 minutes).
- In a bowl, combine the spinach mixture with feta cheese and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
- Open each pita pocket and generously fill it with the spinach-feta mixture.
- Optionally, toast stuffed pitas in an oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes until golden.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pita (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: - Experiment by adding sun-dried tomatoes or swap spinach for kale for a twist.- Drain excess moisture from cooked spinach before mixing to avoid sogginess.- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in the oven for best results.