Rise & Shine Mediterranean Pita Breakfast Sandwich

Ingredients
  • 2 whole wheat pita pockets
  • 2 boiled eggs, sliced
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced or mashed
  • 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (in oil or rehydrated)
  • 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • Handful of baby spinach or arugula (optional)
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • Fresh lemon juice (from 1/4 lemon)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: pinch of dried oregano or za’atar for extra flavor
Instructions
  1. 1
    1- Prepare the Eggs:

    Boil the eggs to your desired doneness (ideally medium-boiled for creamy yolks). Cool, peel, and slice.

  2. 2
    2- Prep the Pita:

    Warm the pita bread slightly in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds. Cut in halves and gently open pockets.

  3. 3
    3- Assemble the Filling:

    • Inside each pita half, layer a bit of baby spinach or arugula (if using).

    • Add slices of cucumber, followed by the boiled egg slices.

    • Spoon in mashed or sliced avocado.

    • Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and sprinkle crumbled feta over the top.

    • Drizzle a little olive oil and lemon juice.

    • Season with salt, pepper, and optional oregano or za’atar.

  4. 4
    4- Serve:

    Serve warm or at room temperature with a side of olives or fruit for a full Mediterranean breakfast feel!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Serving Size 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 360kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g34%
Saturated Fat 5g25%
Cholesterol 190mg64%
Sodium 470mg20%
Potassium 550mg16%
Total Carbohydrate 28g10%
Dietary Fiber 7g29%
Sugars 3g
Protein 13g26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Use fresh, soft pita to avoid tearing when filling. You can swap sun-dried tomatoes for roasted red peppers or add a drizzle of tahini for extra depth.

Read it online: https://simplydeliciousbites.com/recipe/rise-shine-mediterranean-pita-breakfast-sandwich/

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