Cucumber-Tuna Salad Pitas

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

Suggestions

If you're looking for a quick and easy lunch option that's both healthy and delicious, look no further than these Cucumber-Tuna Salad Pitas. This recipe is perfect for those busy weekdays when you need a satisfying meal but don't have much time to spare. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, you'll be enjoying a tasty and nutritious lunch in no time.

The star of this dish is the refreshing cucumber-tuna salad, which is a delightful twist on the classic tuna salad. The combination of tuna, creamy mayonnaise, yogurt, and crunchy cucumber creates a delightful balance of flavors and textures. The addition of red onion and dill weed adds a burst of freshness, while the salt-free seasoning blend enhances the overall taste without adding extra sodium.

By using whole wheat pita breads, you get a hearty and healthy base for your salad. The pockets are perfect for stuffing with the tuna mixture, lettuce, and tomatoes, creating a portable and mess-free meal. This recipe is not only delicious but also nutritious, with a balanced caloric breakdown of protein, fat, and carbs.

Whether you're packing a lunch for work or school, or simply looking for a light and tasty meal at home, these Cucumber-Tuna Salad Pitas are a fantastic choice. With their fresh flavors and simple preparation, they're sure to become a go-to recipe in your weekly meal rotation.

Ingredients

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

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
Protein39.39%
Fat43.83%
Carbs16.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33
Glycemic Load
0.45
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
9.6073914403501%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.13mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.34mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.49mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:136.71kcal
6.84%
Fat:6.59g
10.14%
Saturated Fat:1.19g
7.46%
Carbohydrates:5.68g
1.89%
Net Carbohydrates:4.46g
1.62%
Sugar:3.16g
3.51%
Cholesterol:26.39mg
8.8%
Sodium:299.58mg
13.03%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.33g
26.66%
Selenium:33.48µg
47.83%
Vitamin K:39.23µg
37.36%
Phosphorus:156.26mg
15.63%
Vitamin B3:3.12mg
15.58%
Vitamin B12:0.67µg
11.23%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.36%
Potassium:281.71mg
8.05%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.26%
Magnesium:28.87mg
7.22%
Calcium:67.07mg
6.71%
Vitamin A:332.72IU
6.65%
Vitamin D:0.99µg
6.61%
Iron:1.18mg
6.55%
Vitamin E:0.79mg
5.26%
Vitamin C:4.34mg
5.26%
Fiber:1.21g
4.86%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.63%
Folate:17.52µg
4.38%
Zinc:0.52mg
3.5%
Copper:0.06mg
3.02%
Vitamin B5:0.25mg
2.55%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.47%