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Mediterranean Ground Beef Pita Wraps with Roasted Veggies Recipe

Mediterranean Ground Beef Pita Wraps with Roasted Veggies Recipe
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Mediterranean Ground Beef Pita Wraps with Roasted Veggies combine savory spiced ground beef, roasted seasonal vegetables, and fresh pita bread for a wholesome, flavorful meal. Enhanced with crumbled feta and optional creamy tzatziki sauce, these wraps make a perfect easy weeknight dinner or casual lunch that embraces Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients

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For the Ground Beef Filling

  • 1 lb (450g) lean ground beef
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)

For the Roasted Vegetables

  • 1 cup zucchini, diced
  • 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup eggplant, diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Pita Wraps

  • 4 whole wheat or regular pita breads, halved
  • 1/2 cup shredded lettuce or mixed greens
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Optional Sauce

  • Tzatziki or garlic yogurt sauce, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for roasting the vegetables.
  2. Roast the Vegetables: Toss the diced zucchini, red bell pepper, and eggplant with olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Spread them in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes until they are tender and lightly caramelized.
  3. Sauté Onions: While vegetables roast, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add finely diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened and translucent.
  4. Add Garlic: Add minced garlic to the onions and cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  5. Cook Ground Beef: Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for 6–8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  6. Season Beef Mixture: Stir in ground cumin, smoked paprika, ground cinnamon, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Add the diced tomatoes and simmer the mixture for 3–4 minutes until it thickens slightly, melding the flavors.
  7. Warm Pita Breads: Heat pita breads in a dry skillet or in the oven for 2–3 minutes until warm and pliable.
  8. Assemble Wraps: Fill each warm pita half with a generous portion of the roasted vegetables, a scoop of the spiced ground beef filling, shredded lettuce or mixed greens, and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.
  9. Add Sauce and Serve: Drizzle each wrap with tzatziki or garlic yogurt sauce if desired. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground lamb for beef to give a richer, traditional Mediterranean flavor.
  • For a gluten-free option, substitute pita with gluten-free flatbreads or lettuce wraps.
  • Leftover roasted vegetables and ground beef filling can be stored separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Feel free to add fresh herbs such as parsley or mint to brighten the flavor profile.
  • Adjust spices according to personal preference for heat and aroma.

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