Grilled Pita Salad

Transform your salad game with this vibrant Grilled Pita Salad, a Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s bursting with fresh flavors and textures. Featuring smoky, char-grilled pita bread tossed with crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and aromatic herbs like parsley and mint, this salad is a refreshing yet satisfying meal or side. The zesty lemon-tahini dressing, infused with garlic and a touch of olive oil, ties everything together with its creamy, tangy perfection. Optional crumbled feta adds a savory finish, making this salad a versatile crowd-pleaser. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for lunch, dinner, or a light summer gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 pieces pita bread
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes
• 1 large cucumber
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.5 cup fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup fresh mint
• 1 large lemon
• 2 tablespoons tahini
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 cup feta cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

Step 2

Brush the pita bread on both sides with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of kosher salt.

Step 3

Grill the pita for 1-2 minutes on each side until lightly charred and crisp. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 4

While the pita cools, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and thinly slice the red onion. Finely chop the parsley and mint.

Step 5

In a small bowl, zest and juice the lemon. Whisk the lemon juice and zest with tahini, the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, ground black pepper, and a pinch of salt to make the dressing. If the dressing is too thick, add a splash of water to reach your desired consistency.

Step 6

Tear or cut the grilled pita into bite-sized pieces and add them to a large salad bowl.

Step 7

Add the chopped vegetables, parsley, and mint to the bowl. Toss gently to combine.

Step 8

Drizzle the salad with the lemon-tahini dressing and toss again to evenly coat the ingredients.

Step 9

If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top for an extra layer of flavor.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1236.7 grams (1236.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1513

Total Fat 90.50g	116%
Saturated Fat 27.60g	138%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 107mg	36%
Sodium 2742mg	119%
Total Carbohydrate 147.00g	53%
Dietary Fiber 23.80g	85%
Total Sugars 26.40g
Protein 48.30g	97%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3135mg	241%
Iron 10725mg	59585%
Potassium 2274mg	48%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.0%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 36.8%