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Greek Meatball Pitas

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Greek Meatball Pitas are a vibrant and delicious dish that combines juicy, spiced meatballs with creamy tzatziki sauce, all wrapped in warm pita bread. This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun gathering with friends. With fresh flavors and customizable toppings, these pitas promise to satisfy every palate while bringing a taste of the Mediterranean to your table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground lamb or beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 pita breads
  • 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cucumber, grated and drained
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix ground meat, breadcrumbs, parsley, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until just combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into small meatballs (about 1-inch diameter).
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook meatballs in batches until browned on all sides (8-10 minutes). Remove and drain on paper towels.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for tzatziki sauce.
  5. Warm pita bread in a pan or microwave. Stuff each pita with meatballs and top generously with tzatziki sauce and desired toppings.
  6. Serve immediately with extra tzatziki on the side.

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Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in feta cheese or swapping ground lamb for turkey. Prepare meatballs ahead of time; they can be stored in the fridge for up to three days or frozen for later use.

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