Best 7 Ground Beef In Pita Recipes

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**Ground Beef in Pita: A Flavorful and Versatile Dish**

Ground beef in pita is a classic dish that is both delicious and easy to make. It is a versatile dish that can be tailored to your own taste preferences, with a variety of toppings and sauces to choose from. Whether you like it simple with just ground beef, onions, and tomatoes, or loaded with cheese, lettuce, and tzatziki sauce, there is a ground beef in pita recipe out there for everyone. This article features three mouthwatering ground beef in pita recipes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds:

- **Classic Ground Beef in Pita:** This recipe is a great starting point for those who are new to making ground beef in pita. It features simple, fresh ingredients like ground beef, onions, tomatoes, and lettuce, all wrapped up in a warm pita bread pocket.

- **Loaded Ground Beef in Pita:** For those who like their ground beef in pita packed with flavor, this recipe is for you. It includes all the classic ingredients, plus a generous helping of cheese, bacon, and a tangy tzatziki sauce.

- **Mediterranean Ground Beef in Pita:** This recipe takes inspiration from the flavors of the Mediterranean, with ground beef seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices, and topped with feta cheese, Kalamata olives, and a drizzle of olive oil.

No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and satisfying dish. So gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and let's get cooking!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESEBURGER PITAS



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"Years ago, my mom converted a stuffed pepper recipe into this easy pita sandwich that calls for leftover rice," relates Becky Floyd of Riverside, California. "I've loved it since I was a kid, and now it's one of my husband's favorites, too." TIP: "For added convenience, use frozen diced green pepper and onions," advised Becky.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup cooked long grain rice
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
8 pita pocket halves

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the rice, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes. , Stir in cheese; cover and cook 2-3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Spoon mixture into pita pockets.

Nutrition Facts :

GREEK BEEF PITAS



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A local fast-food pita restaurant inspired me to make my own Greek-style sandwiches at home. Add olives if you like. -Nancy Sousley, Lafayette, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 small onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1 cup reduced-fat plain Greek yogurt
1 medium tomato, chopped
1/2 cup chopped peeled cucumber
1 teaspoon dill weed
4 whole pita breads, warmed
Optional: Additional chopped tomatoes and cucumber

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until beef is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, breaking up beef into crumbles; drain. Stir in oregano and 1/2 teaspoon salt., In a small bowl, mix yogurt, tomato, cucumber, dill and remaining salt. Spoon 3/4 cup beef mixture over each pita bread; top with 3 tablespoons yogurt sauce. If desired, top with additional tomatoes and cucumbers. Serve with remaining yogurt sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 851mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

BEEFY GREEK PITA FOLDS



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Enjoy these delicious pita bread sandwiches packed with ground beef and veggies - Greek dinner ready in just 20 minutes!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 small onion, cut in half lengthwise, sliced
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
1/2 cup finely chopped peeled cucumber
1/2 cup chopped seeded tomato
1 cup Yoplait® All Natural Fat Free plain yogurt (from 32 oz. container)
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
4 soft Greek-style pita breads (6 or 7-inch), heated

Steps:

  • In 10-inch skillet, cook ground beef, onion, garlic, oregano and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until beef is thoroughly cooked. Drain. Stir in olives.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, stir together cucumber, tomato, yogurt, dill and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  • On each of 4 individual serving plates, Spoon 1/4 of beef mixture on half of each pita. Top each with yogurt mixture; fold other half of pita over filling. Serve with remaining yogurt mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 780 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1 g

BEEF PITA PIZZAS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
8 ounces 90 percent lean ground beef
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup plain 2 percent Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
4 whole-wheat pocketless pitas
1 head green-leaf lettuce, torn into pieces
1/2 cup pickled beets, cut into bite-size pieces
1 small cucumber, peeled and cut into half moons

Steps:

  • Position a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 400 degrees F. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden, 6 to 8 minutes. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring, until brick red, 1 minute. Add the beef, 2 tablespoons water, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste and cook, breaking up the meat, until browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in 1/4 cup yogurt and 2 teaspoons vinegar. Season with salt and pepper and transfer to a bowl. Wipe out the skillet and return to medium heat. Brush the pitas with 1 tablespoon olive oil, then lightly toast in the skillet, about 45 seconds per side. Arrange the pitas on a baking sheet and top evenly with the beef mixture. Transfer to the oven and bake 6 minutes. Whisk the remaining 1/4 cup yogurt, 1 tablespoon each olive oil and vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste in a bowl. Add the lettuce, beets and cucumber and toss. Slice the pizzas and serve with the salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429, Fat 16 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 33 milligrams, Sodium 956 milligrams, Carbohydrate 52 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 24 grams

LEBANESE MEAT-STUFFED PITAS (ARAYES)



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Christina Perozzi from beerforchicks.com suggests the Deschutes Black Butte Porter from Bend, Oregon. It looks dark, but it has a light and bright body, nutty and smoky flavors, and a dry finish that will work perfectly with this snack.

Provided by Aarti Sequeira

Time 45m

Yield 16 Arayes

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 large white onion, roughly chopped
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1/2 small bunch fresh parsley
1 pound ground beef
1 small tomato, diced finely
1/4 teaspoon garam masala
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Kosher salt
4 pieces pita (whole wheat or regular), cut into quarters
Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a food processor, combine the onions, garlic, and parsley until finely minced. Remove to a large bowl and add in the beef, tomato, garam masala, pine nuts, and lemon juice. Season with salt. Mix with your hands until well combined.
  • Arrange the pita quarters on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Fill each quarter with about 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture, flattening it out so the filling is even. Brush each quarter on both sides with a little olive oil. Sprinkle salt on top.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, turning once halfway through. Pitas should be browned and crispy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calorie, Fat 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 18 milligrams, Sodium 135 milligrams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fiber 1.5 grams, Protein 48 grams, Sugar 1 grams

GROUND BEEF IN PITA



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Provided by NILAM Punjani

Categories     Beef

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 pita bread rounds
2 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
2 Tbsp green pepper, minced
1 lb ground beef
1 Tbsp prepared mustard
1/2 tsp oregano
1 tsp salt
1 freshly ground black pepper
1.5 c tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Heat the bread in a low oven.
  • 2. Heat the butter in a skillet and saute the onion, garlic and pepper until just soft; do not brown.
  • 3. Add the beef, mustard, oregano, salt and a generous amount of pepper.
  • 4. Cook, stirring, until the meat is no longer red.
  • 5. At the last minute stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook briefly.
  • 6. Cut the pitas in half and stuff the pouches.

CURRIED BEEF PITAS WITH CUCUMBER SAUCE



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A good friend gave me this recipe when I first got married. I was a bit apprehensive to try it since the ingredients weren't that familiar to me, but, years later, it's now one of our family favorites. -Shannon Koene, Blacksburg, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings (1-1/2 cups sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt
1 cup finely chopped peeled cucumber
1 tablespoon minced fresh mint
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons snipped fresh dill
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
PITAS:
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 small onion, chopped
1 medium Golden Delicious apple, finely chopped
1/4 cup raisins
2 teaspoons curry powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
8 whole wheat pita pocket halves

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix the first seven ingredients. Refrigerate until serving., In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink; crumble beef; drain. Add apple, raisins, curry powder and salt; cook until apple is tender, stirring occasionally. Serve in pita halves with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 686mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

Tips:

  • Prep Your Ingredients: Before you start cooking, make sure all your ingredients are prepped and ready to go. This will help you save time and ensure your dish comes together smoothly.
  • Use Fresh, High-Quality Ingredients: Fresh, high-quality ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your dish. Whenever possible, opt for organic and locally sourced ingredients.
  • Season Generously: Don't be afraid to season your dish generously. Salt and pepper are essential, but you can also add other spices and herbs to taste.
  • Cook the Beef Thoroughly: Make sure to cook the ground beef thoroughly until it reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C). This will ensure that it is safe to eat.
  • Use a Non-Stick Pan: A non-stick pan will help prevent the beef from sticking and make it easier to cook.
  • Don't Overcrowd the Pan: When cooking the beef, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent it from cooking evenly.
  • Serve Immediately: Ground beef in pita is best served immediately after it is cooked. This will ensure that it is hot and juicy.

Conclusion:

Ground beef in pita is a quick, easy, and delicious meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover ground beef. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give ground beef in pita a try. You won't be disappointed!

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