These Pork & Cheese Pita Wraps with Fresh Vegetable Salad bring together the comforting flavors of seasoned ground pork, melted cheese, and a tangy spread, all nestled inside warm, golden pita bread. Complemented by a bright, crunchy salad dressed in a honey-soy vinaigrette, this meal is a perfect intersection of indulgence and nutrition. Whether you’re feeding a hungry family on a weeknight or entertaining friends at a casual gathering, these wraps deliver on taste, texture, and convenience. The recipe leverages everyday ingredients—ground pork, pantry spices, fresh produce, and simple condiments—to create a dish that feels both special and utterly approachable.
Cooking Time
• Preparation: 15 minutes (chopping, mixing)
• Cooking the pork filling: 8 minutes
• Assembling & grilling the wraps: 6 minutes
• Preparing the salad & dressing: 6 minutes
• Total time: 35 minutes
Ingredients
For the Pork Filling & Sauce (4 wraps)
• 400 g ground pork (14 oz)
• 1 tsp fine salt
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp sweet paprika
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 Tbsp mayonnaise
• 2 Tbsp ketchup
• 1 Tbsp grainy mustard
• Olive oil, for frying
• 4 pita breads
• 100 g shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
For the Fresh Vegetable Salad
• 1 head of lettuce, leaves washed and dried
• 1 tomato, thinly sliced
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 100 g cheese balls or cubed fresh mozzarella
• 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 Tbsp soy sauce
• 1 Tbsp honey
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• Salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Step-by-Step Cooking Directions
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