Fruity Tuna Salad Pita Sandwiches
Brighten up your lunch routine with these Fruity Tuna Salad Pita Sandwiches—a delightful twist on the classic tuna salad! This quick and refreshing recipe combines protein-packed canned tuna with creamy Greek yogurt and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Bursting with juicy red apples, halved seedless grapes, and crunchy celery, this salad is as colorful as it is nutritious. A hint of lemon juice ties the flavors together, while leafy greens add a fresh, crisp layer to the hearty whole wheat pita pockets. Ready in just 20 minutes, these pita sandwiches are perfect for busy weekdays, picnics, or a light yet satisfying meal on the go. Packed with flavor, texture, and wholesome ingredients, they’re sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) Canned tuna, drained
- 0.5 cups Plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 medium Red apple, diced
- 0.5 cups Seedless grapes, halved
- 0.25 cups Celery, finely chopped
- 2 stalks Green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 4 pieces Whole wheat pita pockets
- 1 cup Leafy greens (e.g., lettuce or spinach)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained canned tuna, Greek yogurt, and mayonnaise. Stir well to create a creamy base.
Add the honey to the mixture and stir until evenly incorporated.
Gently fold in the diced apple, halved grapes, chopped celery, and sliced green onions until well combined.
Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to taste.
Cut each pita pocket in half to create two openings. Gently open up the pockets to make room for the filling.
Line the inside of each pita half with a few leafy greens.
Spoon the fruity tuna salad into each pita pocket, packing it well but gently to avoid tearing the pita.
Serve immediately, or wrap the pita sandwiches in parchment paper or foil to take on the go.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1182 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.1 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 42 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 2620 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 201.1 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.2 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.7 g | ||
| Protein | 38.9 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 301 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1177 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
