Heart-Healthy Arayes

Savor the Mediterranean-inspired goodness of Heart-Healthy Arayes, a lighter twist on the classic Middle Eastern favorite! These crispy, oven-baked stuffed pitas are filled with a flavorful mix of lean ground turkey, red onion, bell pepper, garlic, fresh parsley, and aromatic spices like cumin and coriander. Using whole wheat pita bread and heart-smart olive oil, this wholesome recipe combines bold flavors with nourishing ingredients. Perfectly golden and irresistibly crispy, these arayes are an excellent choice for a guilt-free dinner or satisfying snack. Serve them warm with a side salad or a creamy yogurt dip to complete your meal. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and healthy dish is a must-try for anyone seeking delicious, nutritious comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces whole wheat pita bread
• 250 grams lean ground turkey
• 1 small red onion
• 2 medium garlic cloves
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 0.5 bunch fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Finely chop the red onion, garlic, and red bell pepper. Coarsely chop the fresh parsley.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, chopped onion, garlic, bell pepper, parsley, cumin, coriander, black pepper, and salt.

Step 4

Add one tablespoon of olive oil and lemon juice to the mixture and mix thoroughly until well combined.

Step 5

Cut each pita bread in half to form two pockets.

Step 6

Stuff each pita pocket with the turkey mixture, pressing gently to spread the filling evenly.

Step 7

Lightly brush the outside of each filled pita with the remaining olive oil to help them crisp while baking.

Step 8

Place the stuffed pita halves on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the bread is crispy and golden brown, and the meat is cooked through.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Step 11

Serve the heart-healthy arayes warm, ideally with a side salad or a yogurt dip for added flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	824.4 grams (824.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1346

Total Fat 51.80g	66%
Saturated Fat 9.50g	48%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.20g
Cholesterol 179mg	60%
Sodium 2380mg	103%
Total Carbohydrate 161.30g	59%
Dietary Fiber 21.70g	78%
Total Sugars 16.90g
Protein 77.40g	155%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 213mg	16%
Iron 16mg	87%
Potassium 1775mg	38%

*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: 32.8%

Protein: 21.8%

Carbs: 45.4%