Tuna Pita
Elevate your lunchtime game with this quick and refreshing Tuna Pita recipe, a perfect blend of creamy tuna salad and crisp, vibrant veggies tucked into soft, whole wheat pita bread. Made with canned tuna, a mix of mayonnaise and optional Greek yogurt for a lighter twist, and brightened with a splash of lemon juice, this recipe offers a balanced, satisfying meal in just 15 minutes. The addition of diced cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, red onion, and fresh parsley delivers a medley of textures and flavors, while mixed greens add a satisfying crunch. Perfect for a healthy lunch or light dinner, these portable tuna pita pockets are both nourishing and delicious, making them an ideal choice for busy weekdays.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (5 oz) canned tuna (in water or oil)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt (optional, for a lighter option)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup cucumber (diced)
- 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes (halved or quartered)
- 2 tablespoons red onion (finely diced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 pieces whole wheat pita bread
- 1 cup mixed greens or lettuce
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna and transfer it to a medium-sized mixing bowl. Flake it with a fork to break up any large chunks.
Add the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt (if using), lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix until the tuna is evenly coated and creamy.
Fold in the diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley. Mix well to combine.
Cut the pita bread in half to form pockets. Gently open each pocket, being careful not to tear the bread.
Line the inside of each pita pocket with a layer of mixed greens or lettuce.
Spoon the tuna mixture into each pita pocket, dividing it equally between the two pitas.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
773 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.7 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 81 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 1622 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.3 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.2 g | ||
| Protein | 53.4 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1274 mg | 27% | |
*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.
