y Pita with Spicy Lemon Honey Feta Cream Recipe
This Mediterranean Ground Turkey Pita with Spicy Lemon Honey Feta Cream is a flavorful and healthy meal option combining lean ground turkey seasoned with aromatic spices, fresh vegetables, and a tangy, creamy feta sauce with a hint of honey and chili flakes. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, these pita sandwiches bring vibrant Mediterranean flavors to your table in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 large pita breads
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
For the Spicy Lemon Honey Feta Cream
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Turkey: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
- Season the Meat: Sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper over the turkey. Stir well and cook for another 2–3 minutes until the meat is fully cooked and fragrant.
- Prepare the Feta Cream: In a bowl, mix together the crumbled feta cheese, Greek yogurt, honey, chili flakes, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Warm the Pitas: Heat the pita breads in a pan or oven just until warm and soft, making them easier to fill and fold.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Spread a generous amount of the spicy lemon honey feta cream inside each pita. Then fill each with the cooked turkey, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and sliced red onion.
- Serve and Enjoy: Drizzle extra feta cream on top of the filled pitas for added flavor and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, increase the chili flakes in the feta cream slightly.
- You can substitute ground chicken or lamb for the turkey if preferred.
- Use whole wheat pita for a healthier option.
- Make the feta cream ahead of time and refrigerate to let flavors meld.
- Serve with a side of cucumber salad or olives for a complete Mediterranean meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pita sandwich
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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