Pita Christmas Trees
These Pita Christmas Trees are a festive and healthy holiday appetizer made with toasted pita wedges, creamy mashed avocado, and cherry tomatoes. Easy to make and perfect for Christmas gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 whole wheat pita breads
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Instructions
- Cut pita into wedges and toast lightly.
- Mash avocados with lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Spread avocado on pita wedges and top with cherry tomatoes.
- Arrange on a platter and serve.
Notes
• Toast the pita just until crisp so it holds the toppings without becoming hard.
• Add the lemon juice right away to keep the mashed avocado bright and fresh.
• Prepare the pita wedges and avocado mixture ahead of time and assemble right before serving so the pita stays crisp.
• For extra flavor, sprinkle a little feta cheese, chili flakes, or a light drizzle of balsamic glaze on top.
• Add the lemon juice right away to keep the mashed avocado bright and fresh.
• Prepare the pita wedges and avocado mixture ahead of time and assemble right before serving so the pita stays crisp.
• For extra flavor, sprinkle a little feta cheese, chili flakes, or a light drizzle of balsamic glaze on top.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 64mg | Potassium: 291mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 119IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg
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