Mediterranean Veggie Pita Food

MEDITERRANEAN VEGETABLE PITAS

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.

MEDITERRANEAN VEGGIE PITA

Steps:

• Split open a whole-wheat pita half and spread one side with hummus.
• Add roasted red pepper, crumbled feta, black olives, cucumber, and a small handful of mixed greens.
• Another yummy option would be to add chopped artichoke hearts.

VEGGIE-STACK PITA POCKETS

Steps:

• Combine the chickpeas, water, cheese, lemon juice, salt and red pepper flakes in a food processor and puree until completely smooth, about 5 minutes. While the motor is running, pour in the olive oil and process until fully incorporated and velvety. Season with pepper, to taste.
• Spoon a scant tablespoon bean spread into toasted pitas. (Put remaining bean spread in an air-tight container.) Add avocado and cucumber slices, or other vegetables of choice and season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Wrap in parchment or butcher paper, and pack in a plastic container to keep from getting squished. Pack in a lunch box and send to school.

MEDITERRANEAN PITA

Steps:

• Cook the vegetable burger patty as desired.
• Then combine the tomato, cucumber, spinach, Feta, vinegar, oil, and pepper.
• Toss.
• Spoon the salad mixture into the pita.
• Crumble the vegetable burger on top.
• Note you can use a vegan sub cheese for the feta if desired.