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Greek Spinach Pita Pocket Recipe – Healthy, Flavorful, and Easy to Make


  • Author: Mary

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 leek, sliced

  • 2 scallions, chopped

  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • 6 cups fresh spinach

  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

  • ½ teaspoon red chili flakes

  • 2 ounces cream cheese

  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 2 pita breads, halved and split open

  • ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese

  • ¼ cup sliced pitted green olives

  • ¼ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes

For the Dill Yogurt Sauce:

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt

  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • Juice of ½ lemon

  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

 

  1. Prepare the Dill Yogurt Sauce:
    In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, chopped dill, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Add salt and pepper to taste. Mix well and chill in the fridge.

  2. Cook the Leeks and Scallions:
    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add leek and scallions. Cook until soft, about 5 minutes.

  3. Add Herbs and Garlic:
    Stir in mint, parsley, dill, and garlic. Cook for 1 more minute.

  4. Add Spinach:
    Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes.

  5. Season:
    Stir in lemon zest and red chili flakes.

  6. Add Cheeses:
    Lower heat. Stir in cream cheese until melted. Add mozzarella and mix until combined. Remove from heat.

  7. Stuff the Pitas:
    Open each pita half and fill with spinach mixture. Add olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and feta.

  8. Toast:
    Toast the stuffed pitas in a skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side until crispy and golden.

  9. Serve:
    Serve warm with the dill yogurt sauce on the side.