Pita The Great Tuna Salad Recipe

This family-favorite tuna salad recipe (from the "Looney Spoons" cookbook!) elevates the classic with vibrant flavors and a fun assembly. Perfect for lunchboxes or a quick, delicious meal, this recipe is packed with fresh ingredients and customizable to your liking. Swap tuna for chicken for a protein-packed alternative! Kids and adults alike will love this easy-to-make pita pocket masterpiece.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 240.4 kcal
Protein 53g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Pita The Great Tuna Salad

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Pita The Great Tuna Salad

  • Tuna In Water
  • Sweet Red Pepper
  • Green Onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • Low Fat Mayonnaise
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (or more, to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Pita Bread
  • English Cucumber
  • 1 cup alfalfa sprouts

How to Make Pita The Great Tuna Salad

  1. Combine 2 cans (5 ounces each) tuna, 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper, 1/4 cup chopped green onion, and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro in a medium bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (or more, to taste), 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  3. Pour the honey-lime dressing over the tuna mixture and gently toss to combine.
  4. Open 4 pita pockets and line each with 1/4 of 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced, and 1/4 cup alfalfa sprouts.
  5. Divide the tuna mixture evenly among the 4 pita pockets.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

24g

Fat

4g

Carbs

8g