Description
Greek Meatball Pitas are a delightful fusion of flavors wrapped in warm, fluffy pitas. These flavorful meatballs, infused with fresh herbs and spices, are paired with a creamy tzatziki sauce that adds the perfect zing. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends. Each bite promises a burst of Mediterranean goodness that will make you crave more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground meat with onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Form mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, prepare tzatziki by mixing yogurt with grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Warm pita bread slightly; slice tops or cut in half.
- Fill each pita with meatballs and drizzle generously with tzatziki sauce. Add vegetables if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 filled pitas (about 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For a lighter option, substitute ground turkey or chicken. Enhance flavors by adding crumbled feta cheese or Kalamata olives. Chill formed meatballs for 30 minutes before baking to help maintain their shape.