Mediterranean loaded cheesy pocket tacos

That sounds amazing! 😋 Here’s a great recipe idea for Mediterranean Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos — a fusion of creamy, cheesy comfort food and fresh Mediterranean flavors.

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🫓 Mediterranean Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos

Ingredients (makes 6–8 pockets):

For the “pocket” base:

• 6–8 small pita breads or flatbreads (pocket-style if possible)

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella (or a mix of mozzarella + feta)

• 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack

• Olive oil or butter for brushing

For the filling:

• 1 lb (450 g) ground lamb, beef, or chicken (or chickpeas/lentils for a veggie version)

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 small red onion, diced

• 1 bell pepper, diced

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp cumin

• ½ tsp oregano

• Salt & pepper to taste

• Optional: a pinch of chili flakes for heat

For the toppings:

• Chopped cucumber

• Diced tomato

• Kalamata olives, sliced

• Crumbled feta cheese

• Shredded lettuce or arugula

• Fresh herbs (mint, parsley, dill)

For the sauce:

• 1 cup Greek yogurt

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 clove garlic, grated

• Salt & pepper

• Optional: 1 tbsp tahini for a richer flavor

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🔥 Directions:

1. Prepare the filling:

   • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground meat (or chickpeas) until browned.

   • Add garlic, onion, and bell pepper. Sauté until softened.

   • Season with paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Set aside.

2. Make the cheesy pockets:

   • Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.

   • Place one pita/flatbread on the surface, sprinkle a layer of mozzarella + cheddar, add a few spoonfuls of the filling, then another sprinkle of cheese.

   • Fold in half (like a taco) and cook on both sides until golden and melty inside.

   • Repeat for all.

3. Assemble the tacos:

   • Open the cheesy pockets slightly and stuff them with cucumber, tomato, olives, lettuce, and feta.

   • Drizzle or dollop the yogurt-tahini sauce over the top.

4. Garnish & serve:

   • Sprinkle fresh herbs and a little olive oil or lemon juice on top.

   • Serve warm — they’ll be crispy, gooey, and full of Mediterranean freshness!

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🧀 Pro Tip:

For an extra indulgent version, mix the cheese directly into the meat filling before stuffing the tacos — you’ll get a creamy, cheesy bite all the way through.

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Would you like me to make it vegetarian, high-protein, or meal-prep friendly? I can tweak it for your goals.