Veggie Pita Pocket Sandwich
Enjoy these flavorful and nutritious Veggie Pita Pocket Sandwiches, packed with a variety of colorful vegetables and creamy spreads, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal any time of the day!
Equipment
- knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 large whole wheat pita bread cut in half
- Guacamole Sunflower-Almond Spread, or Chickpea Veggie Dip (choose one)
- Romaine lettuce leaves or spinach leaves
- Grated carrots
- Chopped tomato
- Sliced cucumber
- Sliced scallions
- Chopped broccoli florets
- Chopped cauliflower florets
- Sprouts e.g., alfalfa sprouts
- Veggie Shreds shredded veggie cheese
Instructions
- Lay the pita bread halves on a clean surface.
- Spread a generous layer of your chosen spread (Guacamole, Sunflower-Almond Spread, or Chickpea Veggie Dip) inside each pita half.
- Line the inside of each pita half with a few romaine lettuce leaves or spinach leaves.
- Fill each pita pocket with grated carrots, chopped tomato, sliced cucumber, sliced scallions, chopped broccoli florets, chopped cauliflower florets, and sprouts, distributing the ingredients evenly between the two pockets.
- Sprinkle Veggie Shreds on top of the vegetable fillings in each pita pocket.
- Close the pita pockets gently, pressing down lightly to secure the fillings inside.
- Serve the Veggie Pita Pocket Sandwiches immediately or wrap them in parchment paper or foil for on-the-go enjoyment.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Pair this Veggie Pita Pocket Sandwich with a glass of chilled lemonade or iced tea for a refreshing and satisfying meal.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 300 kcal | Carbohydrates: 40 g | Protein: 8 g | Fat: 12 g | Fiber: 8 g | Sugar: 5 g