Best Mediterranean Turkey Pita Sandwich Recipes

TURKEY PITAS WITH CUCUMBERS, CHICKPEAS AND TAHINI

Turkey Pitas With Cucumbers, Chickpeas and Tahini image

These vibrant, crunchy, creamy turkey sandwiches have all the flavors of falafel, but without the frying. They've got a lemony tahini dressing, soft chickpeas, and a cumin-scented tomato and cucumber salad, all packed into pitas with leftover turkey (use dark or white meat). The pickled red onions give these a wonderful brightness, and they're well worth the 10 extra minutes they take to make.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories dinner, lunch, weekday, sandwiches, main course

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, plus more as needed
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more as needed
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Pinch of granulated sugar
1/4 cup tahini
1 fat garlic clove, grated
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup diced cucumber
1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 pitas with pockets, halved through the equator
10 ounces cooked turkey, shredded or thinly sliced (about 2 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup cilantro leaves and tender stems
1/2 cup mint leaves and tender stems
Hot sauce, such as zhug or Tabasco (optional)

Steps:

In a large bowl, stir together onion, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, salt, cumin and sugar. Let sit for at least 10 minutes while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir together tahini, remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice, garlic, pinch of salt and 2 to 3 tablespoons warm water to thin the sauce. It should be thick but pourable. Taste, and add more salt and lemon juice, if needed.
Into the bowl with onions, stir in chickpeas, cucumbers, tomatoes and oil. Taste, and add more salt and lemon juice if needed.
In each pita half, layer turkey, then drizzle with tahini-lemon mixture. Add spoonfuls of chickpea salad, cilantro and mint. Drizzle liberally with more tahini sauce and zhug, if you like.

MEDITERRANEAN TURKEY MEATBALL SANDWICHES (PITA OR WRAP)

Mediterranean Turkey Meatball Sandwiches (Pita or Wrap) image

The light and bright flavors in this Mediterranean Meatball Sandwich really elevates ground turkey to a higher level. Very nutritious and low in fat, and QUICK--- only 30 minutes start to finish! Makes a tasty and nutritious lunch or light dinner! From The Turkey Store meats.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 6 Pita or Wrap Sandwiches, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 1/4 lbs fresh lean ground turkey (1 package)
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried mint
1/2 teaspoon parsley
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper (be aware that most lemon pepper blends are salty, so add any additional salt sparingly)
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 cup nonfat sour cream
1/2 medium cucumber, peeled and finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
3 (6 inch) pita breads, cut in half crosswise (or flour tortillas)
6 lettuce leaves, torn into pieces
1 medium tomatoes, chopped

Steps:

Combine turkey meatball ingredients; mix well. Shape into 18 (1 1/4") balls.
Using skillet coated with non-stick cooking spray, cook meatballs 8 to 10 minutes or until browned and no longer pink in center; stir occasionally.
Combine sauce ingredients.
Place 3 meatballs in each pita half. Add lettuce and tomato. Top with sauce.
Alternatively, place filling in a flour tortilla, and fold burrito style for a wrap!
Serves 6.

MEDITERRANEAN VEGETABLE PITAS

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Craving a fast and healthy meal? This one packs tomato, cucumber, onion and olives. Add a touch of cayenne for a punch. -Ivy Abbadessa, Loxahatchee, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
1 large tomato, chopped
1 cup chopped seeded cucumber
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 cups torn romaine
8 whole wheat pita pocket halves
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

In a large bowl, whisk the first six ingredients until blended; if desired, stir in cayenne. Add tomato, cucumber, onion and olives; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving., To serve, add lettuce to vegetables; toss to combine. Spoon into pita halves; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 19g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 580mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 9g protein.