Greek Chickpea Tuna Pitas

Get ready to elevate your lunch game with these vibrant and protein-packed Greek Chickpea Tuna Pitas! Combining the rich flavors of Mediterranean-inspired ingredients, this no-cook recipe brings together creamy Greek yogurt, zesty lemon juice, and fragrant garlic to create a luscious dressing that perfectly complements the hearty blend of mashed chickpeas and tender tuna. Tossed with crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, red onion, and a hint of fresh parsley, this filling is a refreshing and nutritious twist on classic tuna salad. Stuffed into soft whole wheat pitas lined with crunchy lettuce, these handheld delights are ready in just 15 minutes, making them ideal for quick meals or meal prep. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or even picnics, these Mediterranean tuna pitas are as wholesome as they are satisfying!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (5 ounces) Canned tuna in water, drained
• 0.33 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 0.5 cup Cucumber, finely diced
• 0.5 cup Cherry tomatoes, quartered
• 2 tablespoons Red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 pieces Whole wheat pita bread, halved
• 4 leaves Lettuce leaves

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, mash the chickpeas lightly with a fork, leaving some chunks for texture.

Step 2

Add the drained tuna to the bowl and break it up into small pieces with a fork.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, and minced garlic to make the dressing.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the chickpea and tuna mixture and mix well to combine.

Step 5

Stir in the diced cucumber, quartered cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, and chopped parsley.

Step 6

Season the mixture with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 7

Gently open the halved pita bread pockets and line each with a lettuce leaf.

Step 8

Spoon the chickpea tuna mixture evenly into each pita pocket.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	843.8 grams (843.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	869

Total Fat 23.20g	30%
Saturated Fat 4.10g	21%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 58mg	19%
Sodium 2653mg	115%
Total Carbohydrate 100.70g	37%
Dietary Fiber 19.40g	69%
Total Sugars 19.00g
Protein 69.50g	139%

Vitamin D 113IU	567%
Calcium 297mg	23%
Iron 9mg	52%
Potassium 1671mg	36%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.5%

Protein: 31.2%

Carbs: 45.3%