Veggie Stuffed Pita

Veggie Stuffed Pita is a popular Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dish where a soft, pocketed flatbread is filled with a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables, herbs, and often a creamy sauce or cheese. Common fillings include diced cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, lettuce, and sometimes chickpeas or falafel, all tossed with herbs like parsley and mint. It's a versatile and portable meal enjoyed as a quick lunch or satisfying snack.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically balanced, offering a good mix of complex carbohydrates from the pita, fiber and vitamins from the vegetables, and protein if ingredients like chickpeas, falafel, or feta cheese are included. A standard serving generally falls in the 300-500 calorie range, depending on the specific fillings and sauces used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	14 g
Carbs	52 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	8 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	720 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Vitamin A	120 µg RAE
Vitamin C	25 mg
Vitamin K	35 µg
Folate	110 µg DFE
Iron	3.5 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Magnesium	60 mg

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

💡 What's interesting

The pita pocket itself is a culinary innovation, acting as an edible, portable container that keeps fillings secure and makes it a quintessential 'on-the-go' food across the Eastern Mediterranean. Nutritionally, it's a prime example of a 'rainbow meal,' where the variety of colorful vegetables provides a wide spectrum of antioxidants and phytonutrients.