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Egg Salad Breakfast Pita With Greens

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 2 pitas
Calories 450
A fresh and satisfying breakfast featuring creamy egg salad tucked into warm whole-wheat pitas with crisp greens and vibrant vegetables.

Ingredients

Eggs

  • 4 large eggs (cold from refrigerator)
  • 6 cups water (for boiling)
  • 2 cups ice (for ice bath)
  • 3 cups cold water (for ice bath)

Lightly Seasoned Egg Salad

  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill, chives, or parsley
  • 1 tablespoon finely diced celery
  • 1 tablespoon finely diced red onion
  • 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Pitas and Greens

  • 2 pitas whole-wheat pitas (about 60 grams each)
  • 1 cup baby spinach or arugula (washed and dried)
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced cucumber
  • 1/2 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/16 teaspoon fine sea salt

Optional Finishing Touches

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs (for sprinkling)
  • 1/8 teaspoon everything bagel seasoning (divided between 2 pitas)
  • 2 small butter lettuce leaves (1 per pita, for moisture barrier)

Instructions 

  • Boil eggs in 6 cups water for 10 minutes, then transfer to an ice bath for 8 minutes.
  • Prepare greens and vegetables; toss greens with olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Slice cucumber and quarter tomatoes.
  • Peel and chop eggs into small pieces. Mix mayonnaise, yogurt, mustard, lemon juice, herbs, celery, onion, salt, and pepper to make dressing. Fold eggs into dressing.
  • Warm pitas in oven or microwave until soft. Open pitas carefully and layer greens, cucumber, egg salad, and tomatoes. Add herbs or seasoning if desired.
  • Serve immediately or wrap for portable breakfast.

Notes

Peeling eggs under running water can make the process easier. Keep ingredients cold for freshness.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Egg, Pita, Salad