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Mediterranean Chopped Salad in Pitas

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If you're looking for a fresh, colorful lunch that's packed with flavor, these Mediterranean Chopped Salad in Pitas are exactly what you need. Loaded with crisp vegetables, creamy avocado, hearty chickpeas, and tangy Kalamata olives, every bite is satisfying and nutritious.

The homemade tahini yogurt dressing ties everything together with bright lemon, fresh herbs, and a creamy finish.

mediterranean chopped salad in pitas

This easy recipe comes together in about 20 minutes, making it perfect for busy weekdays, meal prep, or even a light summer dinner. Whether you're trying to eat more vegetables or simply love Mediterranean-inspired flavors, these stuffed pita pockets are sure to become a favorite.

Why You'll Love This Recipe for Mediterranean Chopped Salads in Pitas

  • Ready in just 20 minutes
  • Loaded with fresh vegetables
  • High in plant-based protein thanks to chickpeas
  • Creamy homemade dressing with fresh herbs
  • Perfect for lunch, picnics, or light dinners
  • Easily customizable with your favorite toppings
  • Great for meal prep

How to Make Mediterranean Chopped Salads in Pitas

The one thing I love about this salad is that you can literally use any veggies you have on hand. I like this recipe for Mediterranean Chopped Salad in Pitas because it also helps me clean out the fridge of any product that needs to be used up.

For this actual recipe, I used cucumber, lettuce, one can of drained chickpeas, avocado, diced tomatoes, feta cheese, dill, and red onion.

Then, we made a mint yogurt tahini dressing to go on top that made this chopped salad SING!

Once you get it all mixed up together, stuff it inside a pita pocket for a delicious and tasty dinner. If you want, you can toast up the pitas — which takes about 3-5 minutes. It allows them to get crispier and adds a little crunch to the salad.

This Mediterranean chopped salad in pitas really tastes amazing and is a great way to get a dose of veggies in for sure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes! Prep all the vegetables and dressing up to two days in advance. Assemble just before serving.

Can I use another bean?

Absolutely. White beans or cannellini beans work well if you don't have chickpeas.

Can I make this gluten-free?

Yes. Simply use gluten-free pita bread or enjoy the salad on its own.

Can I make the dressing ahead?

Yes! The dressing keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Give it a quick stir before using.

Final Thoughts

These Mediterranean Chopped Salad in Pitas are proof that healthy eating doesn't have to be complicated. They're fresh, colorful, packed with wholesome ingredients, and bursting with bright Mediterranean flavors. Whether you're making lunch for yourself or feeding the whole family, this easy recipe is one you'll find yourself coming back to all year long.

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Yield: 8 servings

Mediterranean Chopped Salad in Pitas

Mediterranean Chopped Salad in Pitas
5.0 Stars (2 Reviews)

These simple and easy pitas stuffed with chopped salad is the perfect dinner to help you beat the heat.

Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 6 pita pockets, toasted
  • 1 14.5 ounce can of chickpeas, drained
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 of a red onion, diced
  • 1 cup of chopped lettuce leaves
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/2 cup of grape tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons of dill, chopped
  • 1/2 cup of Kalamata olives chopped

For the dressing

  • 1/3 cup of greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup of tahini
  • juice of 1/2 of a lemon
  • 1/2 teaspoon of chopped garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of pepper
  • handful of mint
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil

Instructions

  1. Take all the chopped veggies and throw them in a bowl.
  2. Drain the can of chickpeas and drop them in also.
  3. In a blender, combine all the dressing ingredients and blend until everything is chopped and pureed.
  4. Pour the dressing over the veggies and mix well together.
  5. Stuff in pita pockets and enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

8

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 315Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 456mgCarbohydrates: 43gFiber: 4gSugar: 10gProtein: 7g

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Karen Havling

Sunday 13th of November 2022

I made this for the girls at work. They were eating it with pita chips and with a spoon. That's how much they loved it! I doubled the recipe and easily fed 10 people. I just noticed as I'm about to make it again - you don't have the chickpeas on the ingredient list.

Jennifer Sikora

Monday 14th of November 2022

Thank you! I will fix that :) I am so glad you liked it!

Ashley Marie Lecker

Saturday 16th of July 2022

The textures and flavors sound amazing! I would love this for lunch.

Teri Schuler

Tuesday 12th of July 2022

This salad in a pita looks amazing and sounds so good. This is the perfect dinner choice on a hot summer day!

Radha

Monday 11th of July 2022

This is a great one and our favorite too! The flavors of the salad and the yogurt dressing are spot on! YUM!

Liz @ Books n' Cooks

Monday 11th of July 2022

I'm excited to try this for lunch this summer - veggie-packed and meat-free!

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