Tuna Pita Pockets
Transform your lunch routine with these vibrant and satisfying Tuna Pita Pockets! Packed with protein-rich tuna and a creamy blend of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and Dijon mustard, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of tangy, savory flavors. Crunchy celery, zesty pickles, and a splash of fresh lemon juice add layers of texture and brightness, while chopped parsley provides a refreshing herbal note. Nestled inside soft whole wheat pita halves lined with crisp lettuce and juicy tomato slices, these handheld pockets are as nutritious as they are delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes and ideal for meal prep or a quick grab-and-go option, these Tuna Pita Pockets offer a wholesome, flavor-packed twist on classic tuna salad sandwiches. Perfect for lunchboxes, picnics, or even a light dinner!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 ounces each) Canned tuna (in water or oil, drained)
- 3 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 stalk Celery (finely diced)
- 2 tablespoons Red onion (finely diced)
- 2 tablespoons Pickles (finely diced)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 pieces Whole wheat pita pockets
- 4 leaves Lettuce leaves
- 1 large Tomato (sliced)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and Dijon mustard. Mix thoroughly until the tuna is well-coated and creamy.
Add the finely diced celery, red onion, pickles, and chopped parsley to the bowl. Stir to evenly distribute the ingredients.
Squeeze the lemon juice over the mixture and season with salt and black pepper. Mix again to combine.
Taste the tuna salad and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Cut each pita pocket in half to create openings for the filling.
Line each pita half with a lettuce leaf, then add slices of tomato.
Spoon the prepared tuna salad into the pita halves, filling them generously.
Serve immediately, or wrap the pita pockets in parchment paper for an easy, on-the-go meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1430 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.5 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 146 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 3257 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 163.4 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.0 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.1 g | ||
| Protein | 101.2 g | 202% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 198 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1867 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.
