Tuna Pickle and Chopped Vegetable Pita Sandwiches
Elevate your lunch game with these vibrant and flavorful Tuna Pickle and Chopped Vegetable Pita Sandwiches! This quick and easy recipe combines protein-packed canned tuna with the tangy zest of chopped dill pickles, creamy mayonnaise, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Nestled inside warm, whole wheat pita pockets, the filling is perfectly complemented by a medley of crunchy vegetables like red bell pepper, cucumber, carrot, and red onion, plus a crisp layer of lettuce. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, these sandwiches are a healthy, portable delight that’s ideal for busy weekdays, light meals, or meal prep. Serve them fresh or chilled for a hearty and satisfying bite that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna in water
- 4 small (chopped) dill pickles
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 4 whole wheat pita bread
- 1 medium (diced) red bell pepper
- 1 small (diced) cucumber
- 1 small (grated) carrot
- 1 small (finely chopped) red onion
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 large lettuce leaves
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna and transfer it to a mixing bowl.
Finely chop the dill pickles and add them to the bowl with the tuna.
Stir in the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined to make the tuna pickle filling.
Prepare the vegetables by dicing the red bell pepper and cucumber, grating the carrot, and finely chopping the red onion. Set them aside for assembly.
Warm the pita bread slightly (optional) by placing it in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds on each side or heating it in a microwave for 10–15 seconds.
Slice each pita bread in half to create pockets, being careful not to tear the edges.
Line the inside of each pita pocket with a lettuce leaf.
Spoon the tuna pickle filling into the pita pockets, dividing it evenly among all servings.
Top the tuna filling with the prepared chopped vegetables for added crunch and freshness.
Serve immediately or wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to 4 hours for a chilled snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1309 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.4 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 3115 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.2 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.7 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.3 g | ||
| Protein | 100.1 g | 200% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 155 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1858 mg | 40% | |
*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.
