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Pita Christmas Trees

Festive and fun Pita Christmas Trees made with whole-grain mini pitas, perfect for parties and gatherings.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • Whole-grain mini pitas
  • Pretzel sticks
  • Avocado
  • Lime juice
  • Garlic powder
  • Salt
  • Cheese slices
  • Assorted veggies (bell peppers, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes)

Instructions

  1. Cut the pitas into wedges to create triangle shapes for the tree.
  2. Break the pretzel sticks in half and poke one into the bottom of each pita to act as the trunk.
  3. Mash the avocado with lime juice, garlic powder, and salt to create a smooth spread.
  4. Cut out stars from the cheese using a cookie cutter.
  5. Decorate the Christmas trees with assorted veggies.

Notes

Best served fresh; can be enjoyed with dips like hummus or tzatziki.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No cooking required
  • Cuisine: International
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: Christmas, appetizer, festive snack, family activity