Best 5 Zucchini Salad Pita Pockets Recipes

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Looking for a quick and delicious lunch or dinner option? Try making zucchini salad pita pockets! This flavorful and healthy dish is packed with fresh zucchini, crisp veggies, and tangy dressing, all wrapped in a soft and fluffy pita pocket. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can have this delicious meal on the table in no time. So grab your apron and let's get cooking!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GREEK SALAD PITAS



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Veggie lovers, here's a full-flavored recipe just for you! This hearty, meatless pita is stuffed with plenty of chopped vegetables and savory Greek accents. -Alexis W. Worchesky-Lasek, West Friendship , Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2/3 cup chopped seeded cucumber
2/3 cup chopped sweet red pepper
2/3 cup chopped tomato
2/3 cup chopped zucchini
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons chopped ripe olives
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 lettuce leaves
4 pita pocket halves

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cucumber, red pepper, tomato, zucchini, feta cheese and olives. In another bowl, whisk the vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, salt and pepper. Pour over vegetables and toss to coat. Spoon into lettuce-lined pita halves.

Nutrition Facts :

ZUCCHINI SALAD PITA POCKETS



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Provided by Catherine Pappas

Categories     Quick and Easy

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup of instant barley
2 zucchini
2 cloves garlic
2 carrots
½ cup Italian parsley
¼ red onion
1 cup chick peas - drained
½ tsp. salt
½ tsp. black pepper
½ tsp. turmeric
½ tsp. curry
Juice of ½ lemon
¼ cup olive oil
8 oz. cheddar cheese - shredded
Whole wheat pita pockets

Steps:

  • Prepare the barley as directed; drain and cool. Shred the zucchini, carrots, onion, chick peas and the parsley, using the shredding blade of the food processor. Place in a bowl and season. Add the barley and toss. Combine the lemon juice and olive oil and add to the salad and toss. Fill the pita with the shredded cheese and add the salad. Top with a little more cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 323 g, Calories 746, Fat 36.27 g, TransFat 0.0 g, SaturatedFat 14.33 g, Cholesterol 60 g, Sodium 694 g, Carbohydrate 78.83 g, Fiber 18.9 g, Sugar 10.05 g, Protein 30.64 g

CHICKEN SAUSAGE PITA POCKETS



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Chicken sausage comes in many flavors, so I try different ones when I make pitas with fresh basil and veggies, inspired by the Greek gyro. -Christina Price, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 package (12 ounces) fully cooked roasted garlic chicken sausage links or flavor of your choice, sliced
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small onion, halved and sliced
1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced
1 medium yellow summer squash, halved lengthwise and sliced
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
8 whole wheat pita pocket halves, warmed
Optional: Sliced tomato and plain Greek yogurt

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high heat. Add sausage; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from pan., In same skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and onion; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until tender. Remove from pan., Add remaining oil to pan. Add zucchini and yellow squash; cook and stir 3-5 minutes or until tender. Stir in basil, sausage and mushroom mixture; heat through. Serve in pitas. If desired, add tomato and yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 736mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TROPICAL CHICKEN SALAD PITA POCKETS



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Pineapple and chicken salad with a sweet dressing, served in a pita pocket for a cool bite in the hot weather.

Provided by DOJAGRAM

Categories     Salad

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (5 ounce) package mixed salad greens
1 (6 ounce) package diced cooked chicken
½ cup fresh pineapple chunks
½ cup seedless red grapes, halved
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup fresh blueberries
1 teaspoon salad seasoning mix (such as Mrs.Dash®)
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup honey
3 tablespoons slivered almonds
6 pita bread rounds, split

Steps:

  • Rinse salad thoroughly in a colander; shake as dry as possible and place in a large bowl. Add chicken, pineapple, grapes, tomatoes, blueberries, and salad seasoning and mix together.
  • Whisk mayonnaise and honey together in a separate bowl. Pour over salad mixture and toss until all ingredients are coated. Add almonds. Serve in pita pockets.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.2 calories, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 28.4 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 430.5 mg, Sugar 17.5 g

CHICKEN SALAD IN A WHOLE WHEAT PITA POCKET



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This is not your typical Chicken Salad. I am not partial to onions and celery so I made up my own version using Spinach and Broccoli and it turned out delicious enough that I am posting it here for you to try. This recipe is basically a base that can be eaten with or without additions so if you enjoy onions and celery add them in or you could try, tomatoes, olives, avocado, walnuts, Raspberries, Zucchini, Summer Squash or more.

Provided by Silver.lily

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 8 1/2 pockets of salad, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large chicken breasts, diced
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup broccoli, raw and chopped
1 cup spinach, raw and chopped
4 tablespoons Miracle Whip
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
4 whole wheat pita bread, cut in half

Steps:

  • Dice the chicken and brown it in the Worcestershire sauce in a non-stick skillet with no oil.
  • When the chicken is mostly browned add the chopped broccoli and spinach.
  • Cover and let it stay on the heat long enough for the chicken to finish cooking and the spinach and broccoli to soften then remove from heat leaving covered.
  • In a separate bowl mix the mustard, cheese and Miracle Whip. (Mayonnaise works too).
  • Once the chicken has cooled add the chicken to the bowl and mix well.
  • Place some of the mixture into half a Whole Wheat Pita Pocket and Enjoy.
  • * This tastes delicious both warm and cold so leftovers are great.
  • * Some possible additions: tomato, olives, celery, onion, avocado, zucchini, summer squash, walnuts, raspberries. - if you add zucchini and/or squash you will probably want to steam it separately and then add to the mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.3, Fat 6.6, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 30.6, Sodium 285.5, Carbohydrate 19.1, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 0.8, Protein 12.9

Tips:

  • For a crispier zucchini: Slice the zucchini thinly and toss it with salt. Let it sit for 10 minutes, then rinse and pat dry. This will help remove excess moisture and make the zucchini crispier when cooked.
  • If you don't have a grill: You can cook the zucchini in a grill pan or in the oven. If using a grill pan, heat it over medium-high heat and cook the zucchini for 2-3 minutes per side, or until charred and tender. If using the oven, preheat it to 400°F and roast the zucchini for 15-20 minutes, or until tender.
  • Feel free to customize the salad: Add other vegetables, such as diced tomatoes, cucumber, or bell pepper. You can also add different herbs, such as basil or oregano. And, of course, you can adjust the amount of feta cheese and dressing to your liking.
  • Make it ahead of time: The zucchini salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This makes it a great option for meal prep or for a quick and easy lunch or dinner.

Conclusion:

Zucchini salad pita pockets are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy zucchini. They are perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and they are also great for meal prep. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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