Middle Eastern Tuna Salad Pitas
Elevate your lunchtime routine with these vibrant and healthy Middle Eastern Tuna Salad Pitas. Packed with protein-rich tuna, crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fresh parsley, this recipe bursts with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. The creamy tahini-lemon dressing, accented with cumin and optional sumac, adds a zesty, nutty depth that's both unique and irresistible. Served in warm whole wheat pita pockets lined with crisp lettuce, this 15-minute no-cook meal is as quick as it is satisfying. Perfect for a light yet fulfilling lunch or dinner, these pitas strike the ideal balance between nutritious and delicious, making them a must-try for fans of fresh, wholesome foods.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 5-ounce cans Canned tuna (in olive oil)
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely diced
- 0.5 cup Cucumber, diced
- 0.5 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Tahini
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground sumac (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 pieces Whole wheat pita bread
- 4 large leaves Lettuce leaves
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna and transfer it to a medium-sized mixing bowl. Flake the tuna gently with a fork.
Add the diced red onion, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and fresh parsley to the bowl with the tuna. Stir to combine.
In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, ground sumac (if using), salt, and black pepper to create a smooth dressing.
Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more lemon juice or salt to suit your palate.
Warm the pita bread slightly in a toaster or on a dry skillet until soft and pliable.
Cut each pita in half and carefully open the pockets to create space for the filling.
Line each pita pocket with a lettuce leaf, then spoon the tuna salad mixture into the pocket until it is full but not overflowing.
Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Middle Eastern Tuna Salad Pitas!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1615 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.3 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 142 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 2979 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 158.9 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.3 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.1 g | ||
| Protein | 117.1 g | 234% | |
| Vitamin D | 14.2 mcg | 71% | |
| Calcium | 2586 mg | 199% | |
| Iron | 10731.3 mg | 59618% | |
| Potassium | 2332 mg | 50% | |
*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.
