Recipes for Pita Bread

Safe ways to use pita bread past its expiration date

Pita Bread Salad

Pita Bread Salad

A refreshing and healthy salad made with slightly expired pita bread.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
10 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 2 whole pita bread
  • 2 cups mixed greens
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cut the pita bread into small triangles and place them on a baking sheet.
  3. Bake the pita bread triangles for about 10 minutes or until crispy.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cucumber, tomato, red onion, and feta cheese.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
  7. Add the crispy pita bread triangles to the salad and toss gently.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Pita Bread Pizza

Pita Bread Pizza

A delicious and simple recipe that repurposes expired pita bread into a tasty pizza using safe cooking methods.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
12 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 4 expired pita breads
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Your choice of toppings (e.g. sliced vegetables, cooked chicken, olives)
  • Dried herbs and spices (e.g. oregano, basil, garlic powder)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place the expired pita breads on a baking sheet.
  3. Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce over each pita bread.
  4. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top of the sauce.
  5. Add your choice of toppings, distributing them evenly among the pita breads.
  6. Season with dried herbs, spices, salt, and pepper.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
  9. Cut into slices and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Pita Bread Chips

Pita Bread Chips

Transform stale pita bread into crispy and flavorful chips, perfect for snacking.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
12 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 4 expired pita breads
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional seasonings (e.g. paprika, garlic powder, dried herbs)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cut the expired pita breads into triangle-shaped pieces.
  3. In a bowl, combine olive oil, salt, pepper, and any optional seasonings.
  4. Brush the oil mixture onto both sides of the pita bread triangles.
  5. Arrange the coated triangles on a baking sheet in a single layer.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the chips are golden and crispy.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool completely before serving.
  8. Serve the pita bread chips with your favorite dips or enjoy them on their own as a snack.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy

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