Ricotta-Garlic Pita Wedges

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3

Ricotta-Garlic Pita Wedges recipe for a healthy snack or appetizer

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

180

Sugar

Fat

These Ricotta-Garlic Pita Wedges are a delicious and healthy snack or appetizer option. The creamy ricotta cheese combined with the aromatic garlic and oregano makes for a flavor-packed dish. Pita bread is used as the base for this recipe and provides a good source of fiber and carbohydrates. This recipe can be customized by adding other toppings such as chopped vegetables or fresh herbs. It's perfect for a quick and easy snack or as an appetizer for your next party.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.	In a small bowl, mix together the part-skim ricotta cheese, chopped fresh oregano, salt, black pepper, and minced garlic clove.
3.	Drizzle the pita bread wedges with olive oil, and arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
4.	Spread the ricotta mixture on the pita bread wedges.
5.	Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the pita wedges are crispy and golden-brown.
6.	Serve and enjoy!

PROS

These pita wedges are a healthy and flavorful snack or appetizer.

The ricotta cheese provides a good source of protein, and the garlic is known for its immune-boosting properties.

This recipe is also vegetarian-friendly.

CONS

Pita bread can be high in calories and carbs, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The garlic flavor may be too strong for some individuals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is a good source of protein, calcium, and vitamins.
The garlic in this recipe has been shown to have immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties.

	1/3 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
	1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
	1/8 teaspoon salt
	1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
	1 minced garlic clove
	8 pita bread , wedges
	olive oil