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Spinach and Feta Pita Bake

Make easy Spinach and Feta Pita Bakes! Whole wheat pitas topped with sun-dried tomato pesto, fresh veggies, and cheese, then baked until crisp.

Ingredients

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Here’s the complete list of ingredients, with precise measurements:

  • 1 (6 ounce) tub sun-dried tomato pesto (approx. ¾ cup)
  • 6 (6 inch) whole wheat pita breads
  • 2 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 bunch spinach, rinsed and chopped (about 23 cups loosely packed)
  • 4 fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • Ground black pepper to taste
  • (Optional: Pinch of salt, if pesto/cheeses are not very salty)

These quantities make 6 individual pita bakes.

Have vegetables chopped and cheeses crumbled/grated before assembling

Instructions

Let’s create these flavorful Mediterranean pita bakes:

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup, if desired.

2. Prepare the Pita Bases:

  • Spread a generous layer of the sun-dried tomato pesto onto one side of each pita bread.

3. Arrange Pitas and Add Toppings:

  • Place the pesto-covered pita breads, pesto-side up, in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Evenly distribute the chopped Roma tomatoes, chopped fresh spinach, and sliced fresh mushrooms over the pesto layer on each pita.
  • Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the vegetables.
  • Finish by sprinkling the grated Parmesan cheese on top of the feta and vegetables.

4. Drizzle with Oil and Season:

  • Drizzle the olive oil lightly over the toppings on each pita.
  • Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste. (Add a tiny pinch of salt only if your pesto and cheeses are very low in sodium).

5. Bake:

  • Place the baking sheet with the pita bakes into the preheated oven.
  • Bake for about 12 minutes, or until the pita breads are crisp around the edges, the toppings are heated through, and the cheese is melted and lightly golden.

6. Serve:

  • Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven.
  • Let the pita bakes cool for a minute or two, then cut each pita into quarters (like a mini pizza) using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

A delicious, quick meal or appetizer ready in under 20 minutes of baking!