MEDITERRANEAN NACHOS

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Make a Mediterranean version of nachos using crisped pita wedges topped with ground lamb or beef, feta cheese and a creamy cucumber sauce.-Zaza Fullman-Kasl, Ventura, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 medium cucumbers, peeled, seeded and grated
1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon paprika
3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
6 whole pita breads
Cooking spray
1 pound ground lamb or beef
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 cup beef broth
2 cups plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 cups torn romaine
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup pitted Greek olives, sliced
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a colander set over a bowl, toss cucumbers with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Let stand 30 minutes. Squeeze and pat dry. Set aside. In a small bowl, combine the cumin, coriander, paprika, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and 1/2 teaspoon salt; set aside., Cut each pita into eight wedges; arrange in a singer layer on ungreased baking sheets. Spritz both sides of pitas with cooking spray; sprinkle with 3/4 teaspoon seasoning mix. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Cool on wire racks., In a large skillet, cook lamb and remaining seasoning mix over medium heat until lamb is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Combine cornstarch and broth until smooth; gradually stir into the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened., In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, cucumbers and remaining salt and pepper. Arrange pita wedges on a serving platter. Layer with lettuce, lamb mixture, tomatoes, olives, onions and cheese. Serve immediately with cucumber sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 628mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

Abichu Tiyya
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I'll definitely be making these nachos again and again.


Dua Kakar
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These nachos are a game-changer.


Azan Ahmad
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I'm so glad I found this recipe!


Sita Koirala
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These nachos are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Itz Chax
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I can't wait to try this recipe again with different toppings.


Bikash Lama
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The best part about these nachos is that you can customize them to your own liking.


Riyajul Alvin
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I've made these nachos for my family several times and they always love them.


Rubabi Media
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These nachos are perfect for a party or a potluck.


Spronjit Das
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Mediterranean food or is looking for a new and exciting way to make nachos.


TAHIRALIKHAN TAHIRALIKHAN
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Overall, I thought these nachos were a great way to change up my usual nacho routine.


Rana Bilawal
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I found that the nachos were a bit too oily for my taste.


Durga Thapa
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The only thing I would change about this recipe is to add more spice.


shahzad aleem
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I'm not a huge fan of Mediterranean food, but these nachos were surprisingly good.


Cyneburh France
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These nachos are so easy to make and they're perfect for a quick and easy meal.


Sylvia Zamora
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I love that this recipe uses fresh vegetables instead of canned beans.


PUP ƒû HACKER
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The combination of hummus, tzatziki, and feta cheese is just perfect.


Kiya Singh
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I've made these nachos several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Kamugisha Enock
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These nachos were a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the unique Mediterranean flavors.


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