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Tuna-Stuffed Pita Pockets Recipe

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These Tuna-Stuffed Pita Pockets are a light and flavorful meal perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. Combining a zesty lime and Dijon mustard dressing with tender Albacore tuna, crisp vegetables, Kalamata olives, and tangy feta cheese, this recipe delivers a Mediterranean-inspired taste wrapped in nutritious whole wheat pita bread.

Ingredients

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Dressing

  • 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Tuna Salad

  • 1 (5-ounce) can solid white Albacore tuna in water, drained and chunked
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped red onion
  • 1 tablespoon peeled and seeded chopped cucumber
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon drained capers (optional)
  • Salt and ground black pepper to taste

To Assemble

  • 1 (6-inch) whole wheat pita bread
  • 2 lettuce leaves
  • 6 cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons sliced Kalamata olives
  • 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dressing: In a medium bowl, stir together fresh lime juice, Dijon mustard, and white sugar. Gradually whisk in the olive oil until the dressing thickens slightly, creating a smooth and tangy mixture.
  2. Make Tuna Salad: Place the drained and chunked tuna in a separate medium bowl. Add the chopped red onion, cucumber, fresh parsley, and capers if using. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the tuna mixture and gently fold to combine, keeping the tuna chunky. Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
  3. Assemble the Pita Pockets: Halve the whole wheat pita bread and carefully open each half to form two pockets. Place one lettuce leaf inside each pita pocket. Evenly divide the tuna salad, cherry tomato halves, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese between the pockets, then serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the dressing.
  • Optional capers add a briny flavor but can be omitted if unavailable or not preferred.
  • Use fresh whole wheat pita bread for better texture and nutrition.
  • This recipe serves two people; scale ingredients accordingly for larger servings.
  • Serve chilled or at room temperature for best taste.

Keywords: Tuna salad, stuffed pita, Mediterranean lunch, healthy pita pockets, whole wheat pita tuna

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