Greek salad pita pocket

A Greek salad pita pocket is a fresh, handheld Mediterranean dish where a warm, fluffy pita bread is split open and stuffed with a vibrant, crunchy salad. The filling typically features diced tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese, all tossed in a simple lemon-oregano vinaigrette. It's a popular, portable meal found in Greek and Mediterranean cuisine.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a balanced source of carbohydrates from the pita, healthy fats from the olives and feta, and moderate protein from the cheese and vegetables. It provides fiber, vitamins like C and K, and minerals such as calcium and iron, with a rough calorie count of 350-500 per serving depending on portion size and dressing.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	5 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	780 mg
Vitamin C	25 mg
Vitamin K	30 mcg
Calcium	200 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg
Folate	60 mcg
Magnesium	40 mg

Per 1 pita pocket (approx. 250 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it transforms the communal Greek salad into an individual, portable format, reflecting the Mediterranean emphasis on fresh, simple ingredients. Nutritionally, it's unique for combining the probiotic benefits of fermented feta with the antioxidant-rich vegetables, creating a meal that supports both gut and heart health.