Shrimp Pita
The Shrimp Pita is a light yet flavorful Mediterranean dish that combines the freshness of seafood with a creamy yogurt sauce and crispy pita bread. The garlic and spice flavors of the sauteed shrimp perfectly complement the fresh vegetables and creamy sauce, balancing the textures and flavors of the dish. This recipe is quick to prepare yet special, making it a perfect choice for a light lunch or dinner.
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Ingredients for this recipe
Servings: 4
4
Pita bread
250
g
Shrimp (peeled and cooked)
100
g
Greek yogurt
100
g
Cream cheese
1
cloves
Garlic
20
ml
Lemon juice
30
ml
Olive oil
1
db
Cucumber
2
Tomato
1
db
Red onion
1
bunch
Fresh parsley
1
tsp
Salt
0.5
tsp
Black pepper
0.5
tsp
Ground paprika
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Preparation Steps
1
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and shrimp. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, until the shrimp are cooked through and lightly golden brown.
2
Season with salt, black pepper, and ground paprika. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
3
Prepare the yogurt sauce: In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, cream cheese, lemon juice, finely chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
4
Thinly slice the cucumber, tomatoes, and red onion.
5
Warm the pita bread in a skillet or oven until slightly crispy.
6
Fill the warm pitas with the sautéed shrimp, then arrange the fresh vegetables on top.
7
Drizzle with the yogurt sauce and, optionally, sprinkle with extra fresh parsley.
8
Fold the pita and serve immediately.
