Best 9 Pita Bread Sandwiches With Tuna And Vegetable Salad Recipes

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Pita bread sandwiches are a delicious and portable meal that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or as a snack. They are easy to make and can be customized with a variety of fillings, making them a versatile option for busy individuals or families on the go. This article will provide you with a guide to creating the perfect pita bread sandwich with tuna and vegetable salad, including tips on selecting the best ingredients, assembling the sandwich, and storing it for later enjoyment.

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

GARDEN TUNA PITA SANDWICHES



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A well-balanced meal packed into a pita is a breeze to whip up. Not a fan of tuna? Try canned chicken. -Rebecca Clark, Warrior, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pouches (one 5 ounces, one 2-1/2 ounces) light water-packed tuna
3/4 cup 2% cottage cheese
1/2 cup chopped cucumber
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup shredded carrot
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
6 whole wheat pita pocket halves
1 cup fresh baby spinach
6 slices tomato

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Line pita halves with spinach and tomato; fill each with 1/3 cup tuna mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 1114mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

TUNA, PICKLE, AND CHOPPED-VEGETABLE PITA SANDWICHES



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Categories     Sandwich     Fruit     Vegetable     No-Cook     Picnic     Low Fat     Quick & Easy     Yogurt     Lunch     Mayonnaise     Apple     Tuna     Summer     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 6-ounce can tuna in water, drained
1/2 cup chopped drained sweet pickles
3 tablespoons plain nonfat yogurt
3 tablespoons light mayonnaise
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup chopped sweet onion (such as Vidalia)
1/2 cup chopped peeled cored Granny Smith apple
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
2 cups thinly sliced red leaf lettuce
4 pita breads, halved, pockets opened

Steps:

  • Mix first 4 ingredients in small bowl. Season tuna mixture with salt and pepper.
  • Mix bell pepper, onion, and apple in medium bowl. Add half of vegetable mixture to tuna mixture and stir to blend. Add vinegar to remaining vegetable mixture; toss to combine. Season vegetable mixture to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Place 1/4 cup lettuce in each pita half. Spoon 1/8 of tuna mixture, then 1/8 of vegetable mixture into each pita half. Place 2 pita halves on each of 4 plates and serve.

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

GREEK TUNA SALAD PITA SANDWICHES WITH FETA CHEESE



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Stress free dinner ready in 20 minutes. Hearty tuna sandwich perfect for Mediterranean cuisine.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and finely chopped
1 ripe medium tomato, seeded, diced
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (2 oz)
12 kalamata or other large ripe olives, pitted, coarsely chopped (1/4 cup)
2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in water, drained, flaked
12 leaves romaine lettuce, torn in half
6 pita (pocket) breads (6 inch), cut in half to form pockets

Steps:

  • In small bowl, stir together lemon juice, oil, garlic and salt with whisk. In medium bowl, toss cucumber, tomato, cheese, olives and tuna. Pour dressing over salad; toss until coated.
  • Place 1 lettuce leaf half in each pita pocket; top each leaf with 1/2 cup tuna salad. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 600 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

PITA SALAD SANDWICHES WITH TAHINI SAUCE



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I love tahini sauce and pita sandwiches! I adapted this recipe slightly from one I found in Vegetarian Times.

Provided by Enjolinfam

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 pita sandwiches, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup low-fat plain yogurt or 1 cup nonfat plain yogurt
2 tablespoons tahini
1 garlic clove
1 teaspoon lemon juice
salt, to taste
4 large whole wheat pita bread
8 ounces feta cheese
4 tomatoes, plum, ripe and diced
1 cup spinach leaves, fresh and torn into bite-sized pieces
1 cup alfalfa sprout
1 large avocado, ripe, halved, pitted, peeled and cut into wedges
1 cucumber, diced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix all sauce ingredients until blended.
  • Slice an edge from each pita bread, and carefully open pockets.
  • In a medium bowl, combine feta, tomatoes, and spinach. Add 1/4 cup of sauce, and toss gently to mix. Spoon the mixture into each pocket.
  • Divide sprouts, cucumber, and avocado among the sandwiches. Drizzle each with about 1 Tbsp of tahini sauce.
  • Serve right away.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 545.5, Fat 28.3, SaturatedFat 11.7, Cholesterol 57.3, Sodium 1079.3, Carbohydrate 57.4, Fiber 11.7, Sugar 12.3, Protein 22.8

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

PITA BREAD TOFU SANDWICHES



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Tofu sandwiches make a quick, super-delicious dinner. The veggies listed are just suggestions. Anything you've got kickin' around will work.

Provided by Maia Donohue

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ (12 ounce) package tofu, cubed
6 mushrooms, sliced, or more to taste
1 cup chopped broccoli
½ cup sliced onion
2 stalks celery, chopped
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 ½ teaspoons cornstarch
2 pita bread rounds
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu, mushrooms, broccoli, onion, and celery. Saute until just tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix soy sauce and cornstarch together in a bowl. Add mixture to the skillet with the tofu mixture. Cook until thickened, 4 or 5 minutes more.
  • Heat pita bread in a toaster until warm, about 1 minute. Spoon the tofu mixture into the bread; add Cheddar cheese as garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473.3 calories, Carbohydrate 48.9 g, Cholesterol 29.7 mg, Fat 21.3 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 1907.7 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

CARRIE'S GARLIC PESTO TUNA SALAD SANDWICHES



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I love creating new variations on tuna sandwiches. I made this for my husband's lunch the other day, and he wanted them again for dinner that night! When I made this, I didn't measure anything, just started throwing things in a bowl...adjust to your taste and enjoy!

Provided by Carrie Biles

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (5 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
2 tablespoons basil pesto
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 slices rye bread
8 leaves lettuce
1 large ripe tomato, sliced

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together tuna, mayonnaise, mustard, pesto, and garlic.
  • Make four sandwiches by layering tuna, lettuce, and tomato slices between slices of bread. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.7 calories, Carbohydrate 34.6 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 23.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 600.4 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

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

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest ingredients possible. This will ensure that your pita bread sandwiches are bursting with flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of bread. Pita bread is a great choice, but you could also use naan, flatbread, or even tortillas.
  • Be generous with the fillings. The more fillings you add, the more delicious your sandwiches will be.
  • Don't forget the sauce. A good sauce can really bring your sandwiches together.
  • Get creative with your presentation. You can serve your sandwiches whole, cut them into triangles, or even stack them on top of each other.

Conclusion:

Pita bread sandwiches with tuna and vegetable salad are a quick, easy, and delicious meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. They're also a great way to use up leftover tuna and vegetables. So next time you're looking for a light and healthy meal, give these sandwiches a try. You won't be disappointed!

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