Mediterranean Meatball Stuffed Pitas with Mint Yogurt Sauce

4.62 from 13 votes

Mediterranean Meatball Stuffed Pitas with Mint Yogurt Sauce

Mediterranean inspired meatball stuffed pitas with a fresh tomato cucumber salad and creamy mint yogurt sauce. Easy to make and perfect for a healthier dinner or lunch.

Prep Time25

Cook Time10

Total Time35

Course: Sandwiches/Wraps

Keyword: meatball stuffed pitas, mediterranean meatball pitas, Mediterranean meatballs

Servings: -6 servings

Calories: 501kcal

Author: Elaine S.

Ingredients

For the tomato cucumber salad

1 Persian cucumber thinly sliced
6 oz cherry tomatoes halved
1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tbsp chopped dill
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp salt
Freshly ground black pepper

For the mint yogurt sauce

1 cup Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 small bunch mint
2 tsp honey
1/2 tsp salt

For the meatballs + to serve

1 lb lean ground beef
1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
2 tbsp fresh oregano sub 1 tbsp dried
2 tsp thyme fresh or dried
1 tbsp lemon zest
6-8 kalamata olives pitted and finely chopped
1/2 tsp salt
1-2 tbsp flour optional*
Oil for pan frying
4-6 pita pockets warmed
Arugula or micro greens for serving

Instructions

To make the salad, toss all ingredients in a a large bowl and refriderate until ready to serve.
To make the mint yogurt sauce, add all ingrededients to the container of a high speed blender and blend until smooth and no big green flecks remain. Set aside until ready to use.
To make the meatballs, mix together ground beef, red onion, panko, herbs, lemon zest, chopped olives and salt. Use your hands to form the mixture into 2 tbsp sized balls.
Optional: Lightly dust the meatballs in flour and toss to coat.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat then add enough oil to coat the bottom of the pan. When shimmering place the meatballs in the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning a few times until cooked through and crispy on the outside. Transfer to a plate.
To serve, stuff eat warm pita with a handful of greens followed by the tomato cucumber salad and a few meatballs. Drizzle with mint yogurt sauce and serve fresh.

Notes

* Tossing the meatballs with flour gives them a crispy crust on the outside after pan frying, but this step is optional.

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