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Stuffed Pita Sandwich with Apple, Cheddar, and Walnuts – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Stuffed Pita Sandwich with Apple, Cheddar, and Walnuts

A flavor and texture explosion in a pocket! This Stuffed Pita Sandwich combines crisp apple, sharp cheddar, and toasted walnuts in a creamy dressing. It's an incredibly easy, budget-friendly, and perfect on-the-go vegetarian lunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 2 serving
Calories: 248
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole wheat pita pocket
  • 1/2 small , firm apple, like Honeycrisp or Gala
  • 1/2 celery stalk
  • 1 large leaf romaine lettuce
  • 2 slices sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 3 teaspoons (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) low-calorie Caesar dressing
  • 1 tablespoon (15 g / 0.53 oz) chopped walnuts
  • for the Perfect Pita
  • Toast the pita pockets for 1-2 minutes before stuffing. This adds a lovely warmth and extra crunch, preventing the pita from becoming soggy.
  • Boost the protein by adding 1/4 cup (960 ml) of rinsed and drained chickpeas or white beans to the filling mixture.
  • For a make-ahead lunch, store the filling in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Stuff the pitas just before serving to maintain their freshness and prevent sogginess.
  • Swap the cheese! Try smoked Gouda, provolone, or Swiss for a different flavor profile. Toasted pecans or slivered almonds also work wonderfully in place of walnuts.

Method
 

  1. Prepare the produce: Wash and dry the apple, celery, and lettuce. Finely chop the apple, thinly slice the celery, and shred the lettuce.
  2. Dice the cheese: Cut the cheddar cheese slices into small, uniform pieces.
  3. Mix the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the chopped apple, sliced celery, shredded lettuce, diced cheese, Caesar dressing, and chopped walnuts.
  4. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Chill for flavor: For the best taste, cover the bowl and refrigerate the filling for at least 2 hours. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
  6. Assemble the pitas: Cut the pita pocket in half to create two pockets. Gently open each half and stuff it with the chilled filling.
  7. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 248kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 11gFat: 11g

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