Cucumber-Tuna Salad Pitas

Health score
22%
Cucumber-Tuna Salad Pitas
15 min.
4
137kcal

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Looking for a quick, nutritious meal that’s bursting with flavor? Look no further than our Cucumber-Tuna Salad Pitas! This delightful dish combines the wholesome goodness of albacore tuna with the refreshing crunch of cucumber and the creaminess of yogurt and reduced-fat mayonnaise. Perfect for a light lunch or a satisfying snack, these pitas are not only easy to prepare but also packed with protein, making them a great choice for anyone looking to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

In just 15 minutes, you can whip up a delicious meal that serves four, making it ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends. The combination of fresh ingredients like shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes adds a vibrant touch, while the salt-free seasoning blend elevates the flavors without the extra sodium. Plus, with only 137 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free!

Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe is simple to follow and requires minimal equipment. Just grab a bowl, mix your ingredients, and stuff them into whole wheat pita pockets for a meal that’s as fun to eat as it is to make. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a refreshing and satisfying Cucumber-Tuna Salad Pita that will leave you feeling energized and satisfied!

Ingredients

  • oz albacore tuna - sashimi grade 
  • 0.5 cup cucumber chopped
  • 0.3 cup yogurt plain fat-free
  • cup lettuce shredded
  • 0.3 cup salad dressing reduced-fat
  • tablespoons onion red chopped
  • teaspoon suya seasoning mix salt-free
  • 0.5 cup tomatoes chopped
  • 8-inch day old pita bread whole wheat (pocket) ()

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

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

Nutrition Facts

Calories137kcal
Protein39.4%
Fat43.85%
Carbs16.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.25
Glycemic Load
0.45
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
9.5613045070482%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.13mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.25mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.38mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:136.62kcal
6.83%
Fat:6.59g
10.14%
Saturated Fat:1.19g
7.46%
Carbohydrates:5.66g
1.89%
Net Carbohydrates:4.45g
1.62%
Sugar:3.16g
3.51%
Cholesterol:26.39mg
8.8%
Sodium:299.45mg
13.02%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.32g
26.65%
Selenium:33.48µg
47.83%
Vitamin K:39.23µg
37.36%
Phosphorus:156.13mg
15.61%
Vitamin B3:3.11mg
15.56%
Vitamin B12:0.67µg
11.23%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.35%
Potassium:280.23mg
8.01%
Magnesium:28.76mg
7.19%
Manganese:0.14mg
7.13%
Calcium:66.65mg
6.67%
Vitamin D:0.99µg
6.61%
Iron:1.16mg
6.47%
Vitamin A:317.28IU
6.35%
Vitamin E:0.79mg
5.26%
Vitamin C:4.17mg
5.05%
Fiber:1.21g
4.84%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.59%
Folate:17.22µg
4.3%
Zinc:0.52mg
3.49%
Copper:0.06mg
3.01%
Vitamin B5:0.25mg
2.54%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.46%