Greek-Inspired Turkey Pita Sandwich

Courtesy of Jar of Lemons

Greek-Inspired Turkey Pita Sandwich

Greek-Inspired Turkey Pita Sandwich

Cook Time

25 minutes

Prep Time

5 minutes

Servings

4

INGREDIENTS

Ground Turkey Recipe:

  • 1/4 medium red onion, chopped

  • 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped

  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 pound ground turkey

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • 1 teaspoon cumin

  • 1/2 teaspoon coriander

  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon pepper

  • 2 Tablespoons lemon juice

Tzatziki Sauce:

  • 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt

  • 2 Tablespoons lemon juice

  • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

  • 2 teaspoons freshly chopped dill (or 1/2 teaspoon dry dill)

  • 1-2 teaspoons water or white wine vinegar (to thin to desired consistency)

Pita Sandwiches:

  • 4 medium whole wheat pitas, cut into halves

  • 1-2 cup chopped spinach

  • 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced or chopped

  • 1-2 cup halved grape tomatoes

  • 1/4 cup feta cheese

INSTRUCTIONS

Cook the chopped red onion and chopped bell pepper in olive oil over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes.

Add in the ground turkey and continue cooking, adding more oil if necessary.

Add in the seasoning (paprika, cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and pepper). Continue to cook for another 7-10 minutes.

Add the lemon juice and continue to cook for another 6-8 minutes (or until the ground turkey is fully cooked). Remove from heat.

While the turkey is cooking, whisk the tzatziki sauce ingredients together. Set aside.

Stuff each pita half with the cooked ground turkey, chopped spinach, cucumber, tomatoes, and feta cheese.

Add a generous drizzle of the tzatziki sauce and enjoy!