Easy Mushroom Pita Pockets Recipe Video

Mushroom pita pockets are healthy, low fat meal option. Mushrooms are mostly composed of water make you feel full when eaten. They are a great source of vitamins and minerals. If you are on a weight loss programme, then mushrooms definitely help to lose weight. They are easy to cook and simple too.

Summary

Preparation Time20 MinCooking Time10 Min
Ready In30 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexAverageServings8
TasteMethod
DishMain Ingredient
Interest GroupHealthy

Ingredients

 White mushrooms12 Ounce, sliced
 Cucumbers1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs), chopped
 Red peppers1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs), chopped
 Green onions1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs), chopped
 Cheddar cheese3⁄4 Cup (12 tbs), shredded (optional)
 Low fat italian dressing/Herbs dressing3⁄4 Cup (12 tbs)
 Pita pockets8
 Lettuce leaves8

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 335 Calories from Fat 100

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 12 g18.3%

Saturated Fat 3.6 g17.8%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 14.3 mg4.8%

Sodium 758.1 mg31.6%

Total Carbohydrates 48 g16%

Dietary Fiber 2.7 g10.6%

Sugars 1.9 g

Protein 12 g23.6%

Vitamin A 27.1% Vitamin C 28.1%

Calcium 10.9% Iron 12.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

MAKING
1. In a wide bowl, put in the mushrooms.
2. Next add in the cucumbers, red bell peppers, the green onions and the cheddar cheese.
3. Then add in the italian or herb dressing and mix all the ingredients well.

FINALIZING
4. Arrange the lettuce leaves in the pita pockets.
5. Now fill the stuffing into the pita pockets.

SERVING
6. This can be served with a ketchup or any sauce of your choice.

NOTES
White mushrooms can be substituted by brown mushrooms.
For the vegetables, celery and green bell peppers can be used.
Instead of the cheddar cheese, low fat cheese can be used.

Editors Review

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