Vegetable-Stuffed Mini Pita Pockets with Hummus

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-02 · Updated 2026-07-02

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Mini pita pockets packed with creamy hummus and crunchy fresh vegetables, a colorful and nutritious lunch or snack for kids. This Mediterranean-inspired kid-friendly recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 10 minutes, pairs Mini whole wheat pita pockets, Hummus, Cucumber for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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: 10 min Serves 6 Mediterranean cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 Mini whole wheat pita pockets
3/4 cup Hummus
1/2 medium, thinly sliced Cucumber
1/2 cup, quartered Cherry tomatoes
1 medium, shredded Carrot
1 cup Baby spinach leaves
1 tbsp Olive oil
1 tsp Lemon juice
1/4 tsp Salt
1/8 tsp Black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, toss 1/2 medium thinly sliced cucumber, 1/2 cup quartered cherry tomatoes, and 1 medium shredded carrot with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp lemon juice, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until lightly coated.
Step 2: Carefully cut open the edge of each of the 6 mini whole wheat pita pockets to create a pocket.
Step 3: Spread 2 tbsp hummus evenly inside each pita pocket to form a creamy base layer.
Step 4: Stuff each pita with a handful of 1 cup baby spinach leaves and then fill with the tossed vegetable mixture, distributing evenly.
Step 5: Serve immediately or chill for 10 minutes to let flavors meld for a fresh, crunchy bite.