Ingredients:
- 1 avocado
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup black olives, chopped
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1 tomato, chopped
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- Iceberg lettuce
- Garlic salt, to taste
- Hot pepper sauce, to taste
- 4 pita bread rounds
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 393.9
- Total Fat: 18.8g
- Saturated Fat: 5.4g
- Cholesterol: 120.8mg
- Sodium: 607.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 44.2g
- Fiber: 7.4g
- Sugars: 3.7g
- Protein: 14.5g
Instructions:
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Prepare Avocado Mixture:
- In a large bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice using a fork until smooth and well blended.
- Stir in chopped black olives, green onions, celery, hard-boiled eggs, chopped tomato, and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Season the mixture with garlic salt and hot pepper sauce according to your taste preferences.
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Refrigerate:
- Cover the avocado mixture and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. You can refrigerate for up to 2 hours if desired.
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Heat Pita Bread:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Wrap each pita bread round individually in aluminum foil.
- Place the wrapped pitas in the preheated oven and bake for about 10 minutes, or until they are warmed through.
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Assemble Avocadowiches:
- Once the pita bread is warm, carefully open each pita round.
- Evenly distribute iceberg lettuce leaves inside each pita pocket.
- Spoon the chilled avocado mixture into each pita pocket, dividing it evenly among them.
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Serve:
- Serve the Avocadowiches immediately while the pita bread is warm and the avocado mixture is chilled for a refreshing contrast.
Enjoy Your Savory Avocadowiches!
These Avocadowiches are perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or snack, combining creamy avocado with a variety of fresh vegetables and cheese, all wrapped in warm pita bread. They’re easy to prepare ahead of time and can be enjoyed fresh from the oven or chilled from the refrigerator, making them versatile for any occasion.