Embark on a culinary journey to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean with our definitive guide to creating "Mediterranean Pita Triangles" - a delightful fusion of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Dive into a world of authentic recipes, each a symphony of fresh herbs, succulent fillings, and vibrant spices, all lovingly wrapped in the warmth of golden pita bread. Discover the art of crafting these delectable triangles, from selecting the perfect pita bread to mastering the techniques of folding and baking, ensuring a crispy exterior and a tender, flavorful interior. Unlock the secrets of crafting irresistible fillings that burst with Mediterranean flair, from classic falafel and juicy grilled halloumi to zesty feta and fragrant roasted vegetables.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
MEDITERRANEAN VEGETABLE PITAS
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
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.
TOASTED PITA TRIANGLES
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Cut each pita in half and then each half in triangles and place them in a single layer on a sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle generously with salt.
- Bake for 10 minutes.
PITA TRIANGLES WITH OLIVE RELISH
Combine classic Greek ingredients--olives, garlic, and lemon--to top pita triangles brushed with olive oil.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Appetizer
Time 1h30m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In medium bowl, combine all relish ingredients; mix well. Let stand at room temperature for about 1 hour or refrigerate up to 4 hours to blend flavors.
- Heat oven to 350°F. Line 2 cookie sheets with foil. Cut each pita bread into 6 wedges. Split each wedge to make a total of 24 wedges; place on foil-lined cookie sheets. Brush wedges with 2 tablespoons oil.
- Bake at 350°F. for 5 to 8 minutes or until crisp. Cool 10 minutes. Serve pita triangles with relish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1/24 of Recipe, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 0 g
TOASTED PITA TRIANGLES
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Slice the pita bread into 8 triangles and place them on a sheet pan. Place the sheet pan in the oven and toast the bread for 10 minutes.
SPICED PITA TRIANGLES
Pair wedges with Mediterranean salads or dips such as hummus.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes Bread Recipes
Yield Makes 48 triangles
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees, with rack in center. In a small saucepan, heat cumin and sesame oil over medium-low heat until fragrant, 5 to 6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper; add thyme, if desired.
- Brush both sides of each pita round with spice mixture. Cut rounds in half, and cut each half into 6 triangles, each about 1 inch wide.
- Place triangles in a single layer on a baking sheet, and bake until crisp and golden brown, 20 to 30 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack; let cool completely.
SPICED BEEF ON PITA TRIANGLES WITH FRESH MANGO SALSA
The pita chips and meat mixture can be made days ahead.
Provided by USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Salsa Recipes Mango Salsa Recipes
Yield 32
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 325 degrees. Place pita triangles on oven rack set in the middle position. Bake until golden brown, 10 minutes. (Store in an airtight tin for up to a week.)
- Mix cumin, ginger, cinnamon and cloves in a small bowl. Leave 1/4 teaspoon of the spice mix in the bowl and sprinkle the remaining spices over beef; mix to combine.
- Heat a large (12-inch) skillet over medium-high heat. Add meat and all but 1/3 cup of the onion; saute seasoning with salt and pepper and stirring frequently to break meat into a finely ground texture. Stir until meat is fully cooked and all liquid has evaporated from the pan, about 9 minutes. Stir in 1/2 cup of chutney; cook to blend flavors, about 1 minute longer. (Can be refrigerated in a covered container up to 5 days.)
- When ready to serve, rewarm beef and make the salsa: Stir together the mango, cilantro, and remaining chutney, onion and spice mix. Spoon a portion of meat on each pita triangle, top with salsa and serve. Or set out meat, pita chips and salsa and let guests make their own.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.1 calories, Carbohydrate 9.9 g, Cholesterol 14.6 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 139.3 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
MEDITERRANEAN PITA TRIANGLES
These snacks make a beautiful and tasty warm appetizer, or could be kept whole and served as a light lunch. Pita bread toppped with a tahini yogurt sauce, bell peppers, olives, tomatoes and feta. Simple to make with a very nice presentation. This recipe was created for the Ready, Set, Cook! contest.
Provided by IHeartDogs
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 18m
Yield 12-16 triangles
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- Place whole pitas on baking sheet.
- Mix yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, water and garlic until smooth.
- Spread half of yogurt mixture on each pita bread.
- Cut yellow pepper lengthwise into strips about 1/8 inch wide, then cut strips in half and place decoratively on pitas.
- Then top each pita with half of the tomatoes, olives and feta.
- Bake for 8 minutes, until pita begins to crisp and feta is beginning to melt.
- Remove from oven, cut pitas into 6-8 triangles and serve warm, or leave whole and serve as individual pizzas.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 49.7, Fat 1.6, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 2.8, Sodium 102.8, Carbohydrate 7.1, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.6, Protein 1.8
Tips:
- Choose the right pita bread: Look for fresh, soft pita bread that is not too thick. Thick pita bread will be difficult to fold and will not cook evenly.
- Cut the pita bread into even triangles: This will help them cook evenly. You can use a sharp knife or a pizza cutter to cut the pita bread.
- Fill the pita triangles generously: Don't be afraid to add plenty of filling. The more filling you add, the more delicious your pita triangles will be.
- Use a variety of fillings: There are endless possibilities when it comes to fillings for pita triangles. You can use anything from traditional Mediterranean ingredients like hummus, feta cheese, and olives to more creative fillings like roasted vegetables, grilled chicken, or even chocolate hazelnut spread.
- Bake the pita triangles until they are golden brown: This will give them a crispy exterior and a warm, fluffy interior.
- Serve the pita triangles warm: Pita triangles are best served warm, so enjoy them right out of the oven.
Conclusion:
Mediterranean pita triangles are a delicious and versatile appetizer or snack. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With endless possibilities for fillings, you can create a variety of pita triangles that will please everyone. So next time you are looking for a tasty and easy snack, give Mediterranean pita triangles a try.
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