Mediterranean Vegetable Pitas

Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavor, these Mediterranean Vegetable Pitas are a simple way to elevate lunch or dinner. Packed with crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, briny olives, and creamy feta, and dressed in Benissimo Italiano Oil with a hint of balsamic and lemon, this recipe turns everyday ingredients into a vibrant, fuss-free meal. Perfect for easy recipes, weeknight recipes, or a family recipe everyone can enjoy.

Serves 4

Ingredients:

¼ cup Italiano Oil
2 tablespoons Aged Balsamic Vinegar
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 large tomato, chopped
1 cup seeded cucumber, chopped
½ cup red onion, chopped
2¼ ounces chopped ripe olives
2 cups torn romaine
8 whole wheat pita pocket halves
½ cup crumbled feta cheese

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, whisk the first four ingredients together until blended.  Add tomato, cucumber, onion and olives; toss to coat.  Refrigerate until serving.

2. To serve, add lettuce to vegetables; toss to combine.  Spoon into pita halves; sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.

These Mediterranean Vegetable Pitas are a go-to for easy recipes that bring color, flavor, and nutrition to your table. Ideal as a weeknight recipe or a healthy family recipe, they showcase how versatile fresh veggies, whole wheat pita, and Benissimo Italiano Oil can be for creating simple, flavorful meals. Quick to prepare and packed with Mediterranean flair, this recipe makes wholesome, crowd-pleasing lunches or dinners effortless.