Best 7 Fruited Tuna Salad Pitas Recipes

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Fruited tuna salad pitas are a delicious and refreshing meal that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. Whether you prefer a sweet or savory salad, there are endless possibilities for creating a fruited tuna salad pita that is sure to please everyone.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FRUITED TUNA SALAD PITAS



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One bite, and you'll swear you're at a restaurant. This bistro-worthy recipe is simple to prepare, yet special enough for lunch guests. -Shelly Fisher, Hermiston, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon honey
1 can (12 ounces) white water-packed tuna, drained
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 medium apple, chopped
1/3 cup chopped pecans
1 celery rib, thinly sliced
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 whole wheat pita breads (6 inches)
2-3/4 cups alfalfa sprouts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise and honey. Stir in the tuna, oranges, apple, pecans, celery, cranberries and salt. Serve on pita breads with sprouts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 640 calories, Fat 34g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 899mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

CUCUMBER-TUNA SALAD PITAS



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This tuna and veggies salad-turned-pita sandwich recipe takes just 15 minutes to make a filling meal.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pouch (about 7 oz) albacore tuna
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise or salad dressing
1/4 cup plain fat-free yogurt
1/2 cup chopped cucumber
2 tablespoons chopped red onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
1 teaspoon salt-free seasoning blend
2 whole wheat pita (pocket) breads (8 inch)
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 small tomato, chopped (1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix tuna, reduced-fat mayonnaise, yogurt, cucumber, onion, dill weed and seasoning blend.
  • Cut pita breads in half crosswise to form pockets. Spoon 1/4 of mixture into each pita bread half. Add lettuce and tomato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 470 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

"PITA THE GREAT" - TUNA SALAD



I found this recipe in the "Looney Spoons" cookbook and it has become a family favourite. There are a few more ingredients than your standard tuna salad but it is well worth the extra time. An equivalent amount of chopped, cooked chicken breast may be substituted for the tuna with equally delicious results. My 9 yo DD, especially, loves these, so I send the components in her school lunch and she assembles it when she's ready to eat. I hope you enjoy!

Provided by J. Ko

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained and flaked
1/2 cup sweet red pepper, diced
2 green onions, sliced on bias
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon low-fat mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 -5 drops hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 pita bread, cut in half
1 cup English cucumber, unpeeled and thinly sliced
2 cups alfalfa sprouts (unpacked)

Steps:

  • Combine tuna, red pepper, green onion and cilantro in a bowl.
  • Whisk together the honey, lime juice, mayo, black pepper, hot pepper sauce, cumin and salt.
  • Pour over the tuna mixture and toss to combine.
  • Open pita pockets and line each with 1/4 of the cucumber slices and 1/4 of the alfalfa sprouts.
  • Divide the tuna mixture evenly among the pita pockets.

TUNA IN PITAS



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Stress free sandwich ready in just 5 minutes! Hearty tuna recipe perfect for dinner.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 5m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise or salad dressing
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1 can (3 oz) light tuna in water, drained
2 lettuce leaves
1 whole wheat pita bread, cut in half to form 2 pockets
1/2 medium orange, peeled, broken into segments and cut into 1/2-inch pieces

Steps:

  • In small bowl, mix onion, celery, mayonnaise and curry powder. Stir in tuna.
  • Place lettuce leaf in each pita bread half; fill with tuna mixture. Top with orange pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 350 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

MIDDLE EASTERN TUNA SALAD PITAS



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This isn't any old tuna salad sandwich. Filled with hummus (Middle Eastern chickpea dip), sesame oil, cumin and cilantro, this is a tuna salad like you've probably never had before. Pack it in pita pockets along with a slices of tomato and lettuce. I am not a cilantro fan, so I leave it out.

Provided by Brenda.

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup hummus
1 (12 ounce) can solid white tuna packed in water, drained and flaked
1/4 cup prepared mayonnaise
2 teaspoons dark sesame oil
1/4 cup green onion, chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 pinch cayenne pepper
salt, to taste
4 whole wheat pita bread, cut in half to form pockets
4 plum tomatoes, cleaned and thinly sliced
8 leaves boston lettuce or 8 leaves red leaf lettuce, cleaned and patted dry

Steps:

  • To prepare tuna salad:
  • Combine all ingredients except pitas, lettuce, and tomato in a medium-sized mixing bowl and stir well to mix.
  • Taste and add salt and more cayenne, if desired.
  • Salad can be prepared 1 day ahead. To store, cover and refrigerate.
  • To assemble sandwiches: Divide tuna salad equally and mound in pita pockets. Add several tomatoes slices and a lettuce leaf to each pocket. Arrange sandwiches in a basket or on a serving plate. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.6, Fat 13.1, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 35.9, Sodium 911, Carbohydrate 48, Fiber 9.7, Sugar 2.5, Protein 32.3

FRUITED TURKEY SALAD PITAS



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Leftover turkey gets a great makeover with this tasty spread that feeds a crowd. Apples, pecans and celery give Donna's delightful turkey salad a nice crunch. Donna Noel - Gray, ME

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 cups cubed cooked turkey breast
2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
1 medium apple, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh spinach
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup chopped pecans
8 pita breads (6 inches), halved
16 romaine leaves
8 slices red onion, separated into rings

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice and pepper. In a large bowl, combine the turkey, celery, apple, spinach, cranberries and pecans. Add yogurt mixture and stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. , Line pita halves with lettuce and onion; fill each with 1/2 cup turkey mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 501mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PITA BREAD SANDWICHES WITH TUNA AND VEGETABLE SALAD



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Provided by Craig Claiborne And Pierre Franey

Categories     easy, lunch, quick, salads and dressings

Time 20m

Yield Six to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 small cans of tuna
6 ribs celery, about 1/4 pound
1 onion, preferably red, about 1/2 pound
2 sweet green peppers, about 1/2 pound
1 cucumber, about 1/2 pound
2 or 3 red, ripe tomatoes, cored, about 3/4 pound
1 cup finely chopped parsley
12 anchovy fillets, finely chopped
2 teaspoons finely minced garlic
3 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1 egg yolk
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1/2 cup olive oil
6 rounds pita bread

Steps:

  • Drain the tuna and cut it into bite-size flakes.
  • Chop the celery coarsely. There should be about two cups.
  • Cut the onion into quarters. Cut each quarter crosswise into thin slices. There should be about two cups.
  • Cut each pepper lengthwise into quarters. Cut each quarter crosswise into thin strips. There should be about three cups.
  • If desired, peel the cucumber. Cut the cucumber in half lengthwise. Cut each half crosswise into thin slices. There should be about two cups.
  • Cut each tomato crosswise in half. Squeeze gently to loosen the seeds; discard them. Cut the tomatoes into cubes. There should be about two cups.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the tuna, celery, onions, green peppers, cucumber, tomatoes and parsley.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the anchovy fillets, garlic, vinegar, egg yolk and pepper. Start beating with a wire whisk and gradually add the oil. Beat until thickened.
  • Pour the sauce over the tuna mixture and toss to blend. Serve inside rounds of pita bread, each cut in half crosswise.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 268, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 455 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe fruit for the best flavor. Fruits like grapes, apples, and pineapple pair well with tuna salad.
  • If you don't have any celery on hand, you can substitute thinly sliced cucumber or jicama.
  • For a creamy tuna salad, use mayonnaise or Greek yogurt. If you're looking for a lighter option, use a vinaigrette dressing.
  • If you're using canned tuna, be sure to drain it well before adding it to the salad.
  • Serve the tuna salad pitas immediately or chill them for later. They're also great for packing lunches.

Conclusion:

Fruited tuna salad pitas are a delicious and easy-to-make lunch or snack. They're packed with protein, healthy fats, and fiber, and the fruit adds a refreshing sweetness that balances out the savory tuna salad. Plus, they're customizable to your liking, so you can add or remove ingredients as you see fit. So next time you're looking for a quick and healthy meal, give these fruited tuna salad pitas a try.

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