Vegetable-Stuffed Mini Pita Pockets

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-20 · Updated 2026-06-20

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Soft mini pita pockets filled with crunchy fresh vegetables and creamy hummus make for a colorful, nutritious lunch option for kids. This Mediterranean-inspired kid-friendly recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 15 minutes, pairs mini pita breads, hummus, cucumber, diced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Serves 6 Mediterranean cuisine 150 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 mini pita breads
3/4 cup hummus
1 cup cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1 cup baby spinach leaves
1/4 cup feta cheese crumbles

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Instructions

Step 1: Cut each of the 6 mini pita breads in half to create pockets and gently open each pocket.
Step 2: Spread 2 tablespoons of hummus evenly inside each mini pita pocket, ensuring a nice creamy base.
Step 3: Stuff each pita pocket with approximately 2 tablespoons diced cucumber, 2 tablespoons quartered cherry tomatoes, 1 tablespoon shredded carrot, and 2 tablespoons baby spinach leaves.
Step 4: Sprinkle about 1 tablespoon feta cheese crumbles into each pita pocket over the vegetables for a burst of savory flavor.
Step 5: Arrange the stuffed pita pockets on a plate and serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate up to 2 hours before serving.