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Mothers Day Lunch Ideas Light & Elegant: 5 Irresistible Recipes


  • Author: ushinzomr

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 6 whole grain pita pockets
  • 1 cup hummus

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  4. Cut the pita pockets in half and spread hummus inside each pocket.
  5. Fill each pita pocket with the salad mixture.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other veggies like bell peppers or olives.
  • You can substitute feta with goat cheese for a different flavor.
  • This recipe can be made ahead of time; just add the dressing right before serving.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pita pocket
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 4
  • Sodium: 320
  • Fat: 10
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 34
  • Fiber: 5
  • Protein: 8
  • Cholesterol: 5

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