👩🍳 Instructions
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First, prepare the tzatziki: In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated and squeezed cucumber, 1 minced garlic clove, fresh dill, optional fresh mint, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then stir well. Refrigerate while you cook.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chopped yellow onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
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Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and no pink remains, then drain any excess fat.
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Stir in the remaining 1 minced garlic clove, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, and optional red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly.
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Season the beef with salt and pepper, then remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley.
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Warm pita breads in a dry skillet, toaster oven, or microwave until pliable, about 15-30 seconds per side. Carefully cut each pita in half to form a pocket.
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Spread a generous amount of tzatziki inside each warm pita pocket. Fill with the seasoned ground beef, shredded lettuce, diced cucumber, and halved cherry tomatoes.
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Top with crumbled feta cheese and serve immediately. Enjoy your quick and flavorful Mediterranean Ground Beef Pita Pockets!
💡 Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with seasoned chickpeas or lentils. Tzatziki can be made up to 2 days in advance. To prevent soggy pitas, assemble just before serving.
🥗 Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
420 kcal
Protein
32g
Total Fat
18g
Saturated Fat
6g
Carbs
38g
Fiber
4g
Sugar
6g
Sodium
550mg
Cholesterol
75mg
