SKINNY MEDITERRANEAN BEEF PITA PIZZAS

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56% less sat fat • 28% less sodium than the original recipe. Fresh ingredients deliver big flavor in these delicious mini pizzas. The pita round crusts make prep work a snap!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 ounces lean ground beef or lamb
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 8-ounce can Muir Glen™ tomato sauce
1 teaspoon snipped fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
2 6-inch whole wheat pita bread rounds
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat mozzarella cheese (2 ounces)
1/2 cup shredded fresh spinach
1 medium tomato, chopped
1/4 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese (1 ounce)
12 pitted kalamata or ripe olives, quartered

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. In a medium nonstick skillet, cook ground beef, onion, and garlic until meat is browned; drain off fat. Stir tomato sauce and rosemary into meat mixture in skillet. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 2 minutes.
  • Carefully split pita bread rounds in half horizontally; place pita halves, rough sides up, in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Bake for 3 to 4 minutes or until lightly toasted.
  • Top toasted pita bread with meat mixture; sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Bake for 2 to 3 minutes more or until cheese is melted. Remove from oven. Top with spinach, tomato, feta cheese, and olives. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 pita-half pizza, Sodium 840 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

Jude Quintana
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I've been making these pizzas for years and they are always a favorite. They're so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends.


Presiden Mayuma
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These pizzas are a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies. They're so delicious that they won't even notice they're eating healthy.


Gm Masud
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I love that these pizzas are so customizable. I can make them as spicy or mild as I want, and I can add any toppings I like.


shine daixxy
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These pizzas are perfect for a party. They're easy to make ahead of time and they can be served hot or cold.


Lisa Bonsell
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I made these pizzas with whole wheat pita bread and they were still delicious. They're a great way to get more whole grains into your diet.


Luis FERNANDO AGUIELRA PINEDA
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These pizzas are a great way to use up leftover ingredients. I always have some pita bread and veggies on hand, so these pizzas are a quick and easy option for a meal.


Acio Prossy
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I'm not a big fan of pita bread, but these pizzas were still delicious. The toppings were so flavorful that I didn't even miss the crust.


nadji nino
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These pizzas are so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of the Mediterranean flavors.


Duane Buffham
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I've made these pizzas several times and they are always a hit. They're so versatile and easy to make.


Pauline Scott
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These pizzas are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. They're also great for lunch or dinner.


MR GAMIN AKASH
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I love that these pizzas are healthy and delicious. I feel good about feeding them to my family.


Some Dude
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These pizzas are so easy to make, even my kids can help. They're a great way to get them involved in the kitchen.


Edmore Makaza
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I made these pizzas for a party and they were a total hit! Everyone loved them.


Jhumur Munsur
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I love how customizable these pizzas are. You can add any toppings you like, so they're perfect for picky eaters.


David Cruz
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These pita pizzas were a huge hit with my family! They are so easy to make and they are packed with flavor. I will definitely be making them again.