Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing turkey pitas, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. These pitas are a delightful symphony of tender turkey, crisp slaw, and a velvety creamy dressing, all wrapped in a warm and fluffy pita bread pocket. We've curated a collection of three delectable recipes to cater to your taste preferences. Our classic turkey pita is a timeless favorite, featuring a savory turkey filling complemented by a tangy-sweet slaw and creamy dressing. For a more adventurous palate, try our spicy turkey pita, where a piquant chipotle crema adds a fiery kick to the mix. And for those seeking a lighter option, our Greek turkey pita combines fresh Mediterranean flavors with tangy tzatziki sauce and a sprinkle of feta cheese. Each recipe promises a unique and satisfying culinary experience, ensuring that every bite is a celebration of flavors.
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CRUNCHY TURKEY PITA POCKETS
Make and share this Crunchy Turkey Pita Pockets recipe from Food.com.
Provided by jonesies
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine turkey, coleslaw mix, cranberries, carrots, mayonnaise and mustard in small bowl; mix well.
- Fill pitas with turkey mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.9, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 1.6, Sodium 425.6, Carbohydrate 32.9, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 5.1, Protein 4.7
GYRO-STYLE TURKEY PITAS
These are so good! Everyone will love these hearty, flavorful handhelds. -Wanda Allende, Orlando, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey, onion, sauerkraut, brown sugar and salt over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain., In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise and salad dressing. Stir in tomato and cucumber. Fill pita halves with turkey mixture, lettuce and sauce.
Nutrition Facts :
EASY TURKEY PITA
Stuff soft and tasty pita bread with smoked turkey breast, tomatoes, cucumbers and creamy ranch dressing for this fast and Easy Turkey Pita recipe. Make these whether you're using up leftovers or simply want a quick sandwich stuffed with goodness.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Lunch
Time 5m
Yield Makes 1 serving.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Fill bread with turkey, tomatoes and cucumbers.
- Drizzle with dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Fat 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 800 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 11 g
SWEET-AND-SPICY TURKEY PITAS
Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Toast 1 1/4 teaspoons curry powder in a skillet 20 seconds; let cool. Mix with 2 tablespoons cranberry sauce and 1/2 cup plain yogurt in a bowl. Add 2 cups chopped leftover turkey and 1/4 cup each chopped scallions and celery. Season with salt and add some toasted walnuts, if desired. Stuff into pitas lined with lettuce.
TURKEY PITAS WITH CUCUMBERS, CHICKPEAS AND TAHINI
These vibrant, crunchy, creamy turkey sandwiches have all the flavors of falafel, but without the frying. They've got a lemony tahini dressing, soft chickpeas, and a cumin-scented tomato and cucumber salad, all packed into pitas with leftover turkey (use dark or white meat). The pickled red onions give these a wonderful brightness, and they're well worth the 10 extra minutes they take to make.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, lunch, weekday, sandwiches, main course
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large bowl, stir together onion, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, salt, cumin and sugar. Let sit for at least 10 minutes while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir together tahini, remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice, garlic, pinch of salt and 2 to 3 tablespoons warm water to thin the sauce. It should be thick but pourable. Taste, and add more salt and lemon juice, if needed.
- Into the bowl with onions, stir in chickpeas, cucumbers, tomatoes and oil. Taste, and add more salt and lemon juice if needed.
- In each pita half, layer turkey, then drizzle with tahini-lemon mixture. Add spoonfuls of chickpea salad, cilantro and mint. Drizzle liberally with more tahini sauce and zhug, if you like.
TURKEY PITA WITH CABBAGE, CUCUMBERS AND TAHINI DRESSING
This shawarma-like pulled turkey sandwich, using Thanksgiving leftovers, is a great alternative to the mayo-and-cranberry-sauce fallback. Or it can be made any time of year with roast turkey, chicken or lamb.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories sandwiches, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Put cabbage and carrot in a bowl, season with salt and pepper, then toss with pomegranate molasses and 1/2 teaspoon garlic and set aside. Put cucumber in a separate bowl and season with salt and chopped mint.
- Make the tahini dressing: In a small bowl, stir together tahini, lemon juice, remaining 1/2 teaspoon garlic and cayenne. Whisk in yogurt and season with salt and pepper.
- Put olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add turkey and let sizzle. Season with salt, pepper, cumin, coriander and red pepper flakes. Stir-fry for 1 minute and turn off heat.
- Warm pitas briefly in a toaster oven and cut in half to make 8 pockets. Spoon some warm turkey into each pita, then a spoonful of cabbage, a bit of cucumber, some sliced radish, if using, and a large dollop of tahini dressing. Serve 2 filled pockets per person.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 510, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 55 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 34 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 820 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams, TransFat 0 grams
GRILLED TURKEY PITAS
Move over hamburgers! My Greek-style turkey sandwich filling is hearty enough to make a meal in a pita pocket. The yogurt adds creaminess and substance. -Penny Malcolm, Americus, Georgia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Pour 1/4 cup yogurt mixture into a large resealable plastic bag; add turkey. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate turkey for 8 hours or overnight. Cover and refrigerate remaining yogurt mixture., Drain and discard marinade. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil. Using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. , Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 15-20 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°, turning occasionally. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing., To remaining yogurt mixture, add the tomatoes, cucumber, onion, green pepper, cheese and olives., Grill pita halves, uncovered, over medium heat for 1-2 minutes on each side or until warm. Fill each pita half with sliced turkey and 1/3 cup yogurt mixture.,
Nutrition Facts : Calories 536 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 903mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 50g protein.
WALDORF TURKEY PITAS
Living in New York City means not having a lot of time to prepare meals. This recipe is quick, easy and healthy, making it perfect for my lifestyle. -Kevin Sobotka, Staten Island, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Line pita halves with spinach; fill with turkey mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 626mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 30g protein.
GREEK TURKEY PITAS
"We like to fix these generous sandwiches whenever we have leftover turkey in the house," Jean Graf-Joyce writes from Albany, Oregon. "They're easy to make and a perfect choice for a light meal on the deck or patio."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Stir in the turkey. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour., Spoon turkey mixture onto each pita; top with tomato, onion, olives, pepperoncini, lettuce and feta cheese. Fold in half.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 690mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.
TURKEY PITA WITH SLAW
Enjoy this Turkey Pita with Slaw. Check out this fun, easy recipe today!
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 10m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix broccoli slaw, tomatoes and dressing.
- Spoon slaw mixture evenly into each pita half; fill with remaining ingredients.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 1220 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 15 g
BARBECUE TURKEY BURGERS WITH CREAMY COLE SLAW HOLDEN
Provided by Lauren Mead Holden
Categories Sandwich turkey Backyard BBQ Grill Chill Grill/Barbecue Cabbage Gourmet Portland Oregon
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Make burgers:
- In a small bowl stir together Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, soy sauce, garlic paste, chili powder, cumin, Tabasco, and salt and pepper to taste until sauce is smooth. In a large bowl stir together turkey, onion, bread crumbs, and 1/4 cup sauce until combined well and form into six 3/4-inch-thick patties. Burgers may be prepared up to this point 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Divide remaining sauce in half and put in separate bowls, half for brushing burgers on the grill and half for drizzling on cooked burgers. Chill sauce, covered.
- Make cole slaw:
- In a large bowl whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, and mustard. Add remaining cole slaw ingredients and salt and pepper to taste and toss to combine well. Cole slaw may be made 4 hours ahead and chilled, covered.
- Prepare grill.
- Grill burgers on an oiled rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals, brushing frequently with barbecue sauce, 6 minutes on each side, or until cooked through. Drizzle burgers with remaining barbecue sauce and serve with cole slaw in pita pockets.
Tips:
- To save time, use a store-bought rotisserie turkey or leftover turkey from a previous meal.
- For a crispier pita, brush it with olive oil before baking.
- If you don't have any fresh herbs on hand, use 1 teaspoon of dried oregano or thyme instead.
- To make the creamy slaw ahead of time, simply mix all of the ingredients together and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Just be sure to toss it well before serving.
- Serve the turkey pitas with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce.
Conclusion:
Turkey pitas with creamy slaw are a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. They are also a great way to use up leftover turkey after a holiday meal. With their tender turkey, crunchy slaw, and creamy dressing, these pitas are sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.
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