Best Pita Tacos Recipes

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HEARTY PITA TACOS



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You don't need to skimp on flavor when trying to eat healthy. Our 9-year-old daughter enjoys helping us make these tasty tacos, and likes eating them even more. -Jamie Valocchi, Mesa, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup frozen corn
2/3 cup taco sauce
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 whole wheat pita pocket halves
6 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
Optional: Sliced avocado and additional taco sauce

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the beef, red pepper and onions over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the beans, corn, taco sauce, olives and seasonings; heat through., Spoon 3/4 cup beef mixture into each pita half. Sprinkle with cheese. Serve with avocado and additional taco sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 787mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TURKEY PITA TACOS



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Cumin spices up this crunchy sandwich filling from Ann Bergstrom of Warrenville, Illinois. In addition to garden-fresh vegetables, it calls for time-saving ingredients such as prepared salsa, canned olives and shredded cheese.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon cider or red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup cubed cooked turkey or chicken
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 small tomato, chopped
1 cup chunky salsa
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
5 pita breads (6 inches), halved

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the turkey, peppers, tomato, salsa, onions, olives and garlic. Stir the oil mixture; pour over the turkey mixture and mix well. Stir in cheese. On a lightly greased griddle, heat pita breads on both sides. Spoon about 1/2 cup turkey mixture into each half.

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PITA TACOS



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Instead of using traditional tortillas and salsa, these out-of-the-ordinary tacos feature crispy pita bread and ranch salad dressing. It's an original recipe from my mom.-Wendy Wilhelm, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 tacos.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
Salt and pepper to taste
Oil for frying
4 whole pita breads (6 inches)
4 cups shredded lettuce
2 medium tomatoes, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
Ranch salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; set aside. , In another skillet, heat 1/4 in. of oil. Fry the pita breads until puffed and golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Cut each bread in half. Fill with beef mixture, lettuce, tomatoes and onion. Drizzle with salad dressing.

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PITA BREAD TACOS



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Make and share this Pita Bread Tacos recipe from Food.com.

Provided by DLH Food

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 teaspoon lemon pepper
1/2 cup corn
2 (7 ounce) cans tuna
3 shredded baby carrots
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
4 slices pita bread

Steps:

  • Add all ingredients into a big bowl.
  • Stir.
  • Put on your slices of pita bread.
  • Put the pita bread in low heat and wait 5 minuets. (unfolded).
  • Repeat the last step until you made all of your tacos.
  • Fold then enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342.6, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 38.6, Sodium 392.4, Carbohydrate 38.8, Fiber 2, Sugar 2.2, Protein 29.3

HEARTY PITA TACOS RECIPE - (4.3/5)



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Provided by asally04

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup frozen corn
2/3 cup taco sauce
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 whole wheat pita pocket halves
6 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
Sliced avocado and additional taco sauce, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the beef, red pepper and onions over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the beans, corn, taco sauce, olives and seasonings; heat through. Spoon 3/4 cup beef mixture into each pita half. Sprinkle with cheese. Serve with avocado and additional taco sauce if desired. Yield: 6 servings.

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