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Cheesy Beef and Mushroom Pita Pockets with Tzatziki Sauce

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Delicious pita pockets filled with savory ground beef, earthy mushrooms, and melted cheese, topped with refreshing tzatziki sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 1 lb ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 8 oz mushrooms, diced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 4 pieces pita pockets
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese Can vary based on preference
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the tzatziki sauce
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • ½ piece cucumber, grated and drained
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt, to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Beef and Mushroom Filling
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced mushrooms, sautéing until the onions become translucent.
  3. Introduce the ground beef, along with smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  4. Cook until the beef is browned and fully cooked.
  5. Stir in your choice of cheese until it melts and combines beautifully.
Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce
  1. In a separate bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, fresh dill, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Stir well and let it chill in the fridge.
Assemble the Pita Pockets
  1. Cut the pita pockets in half, creating a spacious pocket for your filling.
  2. Generously stuff each pocket with the savory beef and mushroom mixture.
Serve with Tzatziki Sauce
  1. Drizzle the tzatziki sauce over your filled pita pockets, or serve it on the side for dipping.
  2. Optionally, toast the pita pockets in a hot skillet for a minute or two before stuffing them.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

If you have leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. For longer storage, assemble the filling without the pita and freeze for up to three months.
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