Best 7 Tuna Pickle And Chopped Vegetable Pita Sandwiches Recipes

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Do you have a leftover tuna salad sitting in your fridge, and are wondering what to do with it? Tuna salads are so versatile and can be used to make a variety of dishes aside from the classic tuna sandwich. One delicious and quick recipe that you can try is the tuna pickle and chopped vegetable pita sandwich. It is a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create a satisfying midday meal or a light dinner that the whole family will enjoy.

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

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.

TUNA-PICKLE PITAS



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Sweet pickle relish gives this coleslaw-like sandwich filling a tangy kick.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (6 oz) light tuna in water, drained
1 large carrot, shredded (1 cup)
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon coleslaw dressing
1/4 teaspoon celery seed, if desired
4 pita breads (6 inches in diameter), cut in half to form pockets

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients except pita breads.
  • Spoon tuna mixture into pita bread halves.

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

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.

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

VEGETABLE TUNA SANDWICHES



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I packed lunches for a husband and seven children for years and tried many different recipes to keep things new and exciting. I hope you enjoy these fun sandwiches.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 ounces cream cheese, softened, divided
6 tablespoons mayonnaise, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 can (6 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked
3 tablespoons finely chopped celery
3 tablespoons finely chopped green pepper
1 cup shredded carrots
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
8 slices white bread
4 slices whole wheat bread

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 3 ounces cream cheese, 3 tablespoons mayonnaise, salt and pepper until smooth. Stir in the tuna, celery and green pepper. , In another bowl, combine the carrots, onion and remaining cream cheese and mayonnaise. Spread 1/3 cup tuna mixture on four slices of white bread; top with a slice of whole wheat bread. Spread 1/4 cup carrot mixture on the whole wheat bread; top with a slice of white bread.

Nutrition Facts :

TUNA, PICKLE, AND CHOPPED-VEGETABLE PITA SANDWICHES



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This is a delicious, flavourful, and healthy tuna salad sandwich from Bon Appétit Magazine (August 2002). It's also good without the apple. If you are not a pickle lover, use a little less pickle. Per serving: Calories: 304; Fat, 5 g

Provided by blucoat

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (6 ounce) can tuna in water, drained
1/2 cup chopped and drained pickles (sweet or dill) or 1/2 cup drained relish
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, and cored Granny Smith apples or 1/2 cup another tart 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.4, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 22.9, Sodium 822.5, Carbohydrate 42.3, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 6.6, Protein 17.5

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the tuna; it should be cooked just until it is opaque throughout.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your pickle to add flavor and texture.
  • Chopped vegetables add a refreshing crunch to the sandwich.
  • Use a pita bread that is soft and slightly chewy.
  • Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise or hummus on the pita bread before adding the fillings.
  • Add a sprinkle of fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley, for extra flavor.
  • Serve the sandwiches immediately or wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for later.

Conclusion:

These tuna pickle and chopped vegetable pita sandwiches are a delicious and easy-to-make lunch or dinner option. They are packed with flavor and nutrients, and they are sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give these sandwiches a try!

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