Beef and Bell Pepper Pita Pizzas
We’ve created these quick-to-prepare pizzas using Greek-style pitas, thick enough to hold the seasoned beef and diced bell pepper topping. We start by brushing the pitas with spicy garlic oil, warming them through and then covering them with a lemony 0% plain Greek yogurt sauce, which is not only delicious but also helps to support […]
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb (225 g) lean ground beef
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 4 thick or Greek-style pitas
- 1 cup (250 ml) high-protein 0% plain Greek yogurt, at room temperature (see note)
- 1 lemon, zest finely grated
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) lemon juice
- 2 tbsp flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the meat in the oil for 4 minutes, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until starting to brown. Add the remaining ingredients. Continue to cook for 5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender, stirring a few times. Season with salt and pepper. Keep warm
We’ve created these quick-to-prepare pizzas using Greek-style pitas, thick enough to hold the seasoned beef and diced bell pepper topping. We start by brushing the pitas with spicy garlic oil, warming them through and then covering them with a lemony 0% plain Greek yogurt sauce, which is not only delicious but also helps to support all the generous toppings.