Mediterranean Chickpea and Spinach Pita Pockets
Fresh and flavorful pita pockets filled with a Mediterranean-inspired mixture of chickpeas, spinach, and spices, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
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Ingredients
Yields 4 servings
- (1 can) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- (2 cups) fresh spinach, chopped
- (1) medium cucumber, diced
- (1) medium tomato, diced
- (1/2) small red onion, finely chopped
- (1/4 cups) fresh parsley, chopped
- (1/4 cups) feta cheese, crumbled
- (1 tbsp) olive oil
- (1 tbsp) lemon juice
- (1/2 tsp) garlic powder
- (1/2 tsp) salt
- (1/4 tsp) black pepper
- (4) whole wheat pita breads
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the (1) can chickpeas, (2) cups fresh spinach, (1) medium cucumber, (1) medium tomato, (1 /2) small red onion, (1 /4) cup fresh parsley, and (1 /4) cup feta cheese.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together (1 tbsp) olive oil, (1 tbsp) lemon juice, (1/2 tsp) garlic powder, (1/2 tsp) salt, and (1/4 tsp) black pepper to create a dressing.
- 3
Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- 4
Cut the (4) whole wheat pita breads in half to create pockets.
- 5
Stuff each pita pocket with the chickpea and spinach mixture until full.
- 6
Serve immediately or let sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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