Avocado Tuna Salad In Pita Bread Recipe

Light, refreshing, and incredibly flavorful! This Avocado Tuna Salad Pita Pocket recipe, inspired by Pam Spaude & Jan Owan-McMenamin's cookbook, is a quick and healthy lunch or light dinner. The creamy avocado pairs perfectly with the tuna, creating a satisfying and nutritious meal. Serve with cantaloupe for a complete and refreshing experience. Ready in just 15 minutes!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 180.7 kcal
Protein 27g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Avocado Tuna Salad In Pita Bread

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How to Make Avocado Tuna Salad In Pita Bread

  1. Mash 1 ripe avocado in a medium bowl.
  2. Add 1 (5 ounce) can tuna (drained), 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tablespoons chopped celery, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 2 tablespoons mayonnaise.
  3. Gently mix all ingredients with a fork until well combined.
  4. Cut 2 pita breads in half.
  5. Spoon the tuna salad evenly into each pita half.
  6. Serve immediately with slices of cantaloupe melon for a refreshing contrast.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

6g

Carbs

5g