Best Cucumber Pita Snack Recipes

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CUCUMBER PITA WEDGES



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I first tasted these delicious snacks at a friend's houses. Of the finger foods she served, this platter was the first to empty.-Grace Yaskovic, Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons Italian salad dressing mix
4 whole pita breads
1 to 2 medium cucumbers, peeled and cut into 1/8-inch slices
Lemon-pepper seasoning

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and salad dressing mix until combined. , Split pita breads in half, forming two circles. Spread cream cheese mixture over pita circles; cut each into six wedges. Top with cucumbers; sprinkle with lemon-pepper.

Nutrition Facts :

CUCUMBER PITA WEDGES



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Make and share this Cucumber Pita Wedges recipe from Food.com.

Provided by agasdf

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons Italian salad dressing mix
4 whole pita breads
1 -2 medium cucumber, peeled and cut into 1/8 inch slices
to taste lemon-pepper seasoning

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and salad dressing mix until combined.
  • Split pita breads in half, forming two circles.
  • Spread cream cheese mixture over pita circles; cut each into six wedges.
  • Top with cucumbers.
  • Sprinkle with lemon-pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.2, Fat 20.6, SaturatedFat 12.6, Cholesterol 62.4, Sodium 490.9, Carbohydrate 37.7, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 2.1, Protein 10.2

GREEK GRILLED CHICKEN PITAS



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I switched up my mom's recipe to create this tasty pita pocket variation. It's delicious and perfect for warm days, with a creamy cucumber sauce that goes great with fresh, crunchy veggies. -Blair Lonergan, Rochelle, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast halves
CUCUMBER SAUCE:
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cup finely chopped cucumber
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
PITAS:
8 pita pocket halves
1/2 cup sliced cucumber
1/2 cup grape tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup sliced red onion
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Marinate chicken in vinaigrette, covered, in refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight. In a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients; chill until serving., Drain and discard marinade. If grilling the chicken, lightly oil the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat until a thermometer reads 170°, 4-7 minutes on each side., Cut chicken into strips. Fill each pita half with chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, onion and cheese; drizzle with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 801mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

CUCUMBER YOGURT DIP WITH PITA CHIPS



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 cups dip, about 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium hot house cucumber
1 cup fat-free plain yogurt
1 cup fat-free sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons Greek seasoning, divided
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
4 whole-grain pita pockets (recommended: Thomas' Sahara)

Steps:

  • Cut cucumber in half lengthwise and grate into a medium mixing bowl. Add yogurt, sour cream, lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon Greek seasoning. Stir to combine.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve with toasted pitas chips.
  • Pita Chips:
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray baking sheet with olive oil cooking spray; set aside.
  • Cut each. pita bread into 8 triangles. Place on baking sheet, in a single layer. Lightly spray with cooking spray and sprinkle with remaining 2 teaspoons Greek seasoning. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from oven; let cool.

CUCUMBER YOGURT DIP WITH GREEK PITA CHIPS



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This is an easy delicious recipe adapted from Semi-Homemade Cooking with Sandra Lee. Great for parties, or hanging out!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 2 cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium seedless cucumber (or regular cucumber that has been seeded)
1 cup plain yogurt
1 cup low-fat sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon all purpose Greek seasoning, plus
2 teaspoons all purpose Greek seasoning, divided (store bought or homemade)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
4 whole grain pita
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Yogurt Dip:.
  • Cut the cucumber in half lengthwise and grate into a medium mixing bowl. Add yogurt, sour cream, lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon Greek seasoning. Stir to mix well.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Serve with the toasted pitas chips.
  • Pita Chips:
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Spray baking sheet with olive oil cooking spray(or use olive oil on a piece of paper towel and wipe over baking sheet); set aside.
  • Cut each pita bread into 8 triangles.
  • Place on baking sheet, in a single layer. Lightly spray with cooking spray and sprinkle with remaining 2 teaspoons Greek seasoning.
  • Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from oven; let cool. Enjoy!

CUCUMBER-FETA SALSA WITH PITA CHIPS



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Make and share this Cucumber-Feta Salsa With Pita Chips recipe from Food.com.

Provided by l_bodwell

Categories     Cheese

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 (8 inch) pita bread, split in half
cooking spray
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups cubed seeded peeled cucumbers
1 cup finely chopped red onion
3 tablespoons chopped of fresh mint
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
8 lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • To prepare pita chips, cut each pita half into 8 wedges.
  • Arragne wedges in a single layer on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray.
  • Lightly coat pita wedges with cooking spray; sprinkle with salt.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes or until crisp.
  • To prepare salsa, combine feta cheese, juice, and pepper; partially mash with fork.
  • Add cucumber, onion, mint, and dill.
  • Serve salsa with pita chips and lemon wedges.

FETA, CUCUMBER AND SPINACH PITA SANDWICHES



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Categories     Sandwich     Cheese     Dairy     Garlic     Vegetable     Bake     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Dinner     Lunch     Feta     Cucumber     Spinach     Spring     Summer     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup plain nonfat yogurt
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup coarsely chopped English hothouse cucumber
1/4 cup chopped drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
2 tablespoons chopped green onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 6-ounce package baby spinach
2/3 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 3 ounces)
4 pita breads, cut crosswise in half

Steps:

  • Mix yogurt, garlic and cayenne in small bowl. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill.)
  • Mix cucumber, sun-dried tomatoes, green onion, mint, vinegar and oil in large bowl. Stir in spinach and feta cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Let stand while preparing pita bread.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Wrap pita breads in foil. Place in oven until heated through, about 10 minutes. Fill pita halves with cucumber mixture. Spoon some of yogurt dressing into each pita half. Serve, passing remaining yogurt dressing separately.

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