Liter Tuna Salad Pitas
Elevate your lunchtime routine with these quick and wholesome Liter Tuna Salad Pitas, a refreshing twist on a classic favorite! Bursting with flavor and loaded with nutritious ingredients, this recipe features flaky canned tuna tossed in a light and creamy dressing made with Greek yogurt, a hint of mayo, zesty lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Crunchy diced celery, cucumber, and red onion add delightful texture, while fresh parsley brightens every bite. Served in warm whole-wheat pita pockets lined with crisp lettuce and topped with juicy cherry tomatoes, these tuna pitas are perfect for a satisfying meal on the go. Ready in just 15 minutes, this protein-packed, veggie-filled dish is an ideal choice for lunch, picnics, or even a light dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) Canned tuna (in water)
- 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 stalk Celery, finely diced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely diced
- 0.5 cup Cucumber, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 pieces Whole-wheat pita pockets
- 4 leaves Lettuce leaves
- 0.5 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
Instructions
Open the canned tuna and drain the water thoroughly. Transfer the tuna into a mixing bowl and flake it gently with a fork.
Add Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard to the tuna. Stir together until well blended to create a creamy base.
Mix in the diced celery, red onion, cucumber, and parsley. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper, and toss until all ingredients are evenly combined.
Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice according to preferences.
Gently warm the whole-wheat pitas if desired, either in a dry skillet over medium heat or in a microwave for a few seconds.
Cut each pita in half and carefully open the pocket to create space for the filling.
Place a lettuce leaf in each pita pocket to act as a barrier and fill the pocket with the tuna salad mixture.
Top with a few halved cherry tomatoes for added freshness and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1392 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.1 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 149 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 3541 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 166.4 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.7 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.8 g | ||
| Protein | 110.6 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 14.0 mcg | 70% | |
| Calcium | 331 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1817 mg | 39% | |
*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.
