How to Make Warm Greek Pita Sandwiches With Turkey and Cucumber-Yogurt Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to Greek cuisine, pita sandwiches are a beloved classic. Warm, fluffy pita bread pairs perfectly with a variety of fillings, and one of the most satisfying combinations is turkey and cucumber-yogurt sauce. This recipe for Warm Greek Pita Sandwiches With Turkey and Cucumber-Yogurt Sauce brings together tender turkey, crisp vegetables, and tangy sauce to create a mouthwatering meal that is perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup plain low-fat yogurt
  • ½ cup cucumber, peeled, grated and squeezed as dry as possible
  • 2 teaspoons red or rice wine vinegar
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ teaspoon Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 4 large pitas
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, peeled, halved and cut into chunky wedges
  • 3 cups leftover roast turkey, pulled into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 ½ cups shredded lettuce (preferably romaine)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved and lightly salted

Information

  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Adjust oven rack to middle position. Heat oven to 300 degrees.
  • In a small bowl, mix sour cream, yogurt, cucumber, vinegar, 1 minced garlic clove, and salt and pepper to taste; set aside.
  • Place pitas in oven; bake until warm and pliable, 7 minutes. Cut in half. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Carefully add onion; saute until spotty brown but still crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Add turkey, oregano and remaining minced garlic; continue to saute until heated through, another 2 minutes.
  • Serve, letting guests fill their own pitas with lettuce first, followed by turkey, tomatoes and cucumber sauce.
  • Nutrition

    517 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 94mg
    • Sodium: 730mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 44g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 40g
    • Vitamin C: 17mg
    • Calcium: 196mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 727mg