Greek Tuna Salad Pockets

Elevate your lunch routine with these vibrant and zesty Greek Tuna Salad Pockets, a perfect fusion of Mediterranean flavors and wholesome ingredients! Packed with protein-rich tuna, juicy grape tomatoes, crisp cucumber, tangy feta cheese, and briny Kalamata olives, this easy 15-minute recipe is a fresh take on a classic tuna salad. Tossed in a light, flavorful dressing of lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, and oregano, this salad is nestled into soft whole wheat pita pockets lined with crunchy romaine lettuce for a meal that’s both satisfying and portable. Ideal for meal prepping, summer picnics, or quick lunches, these tuna salad pita pockets are a nutritious, Mediterranean-inspired delight the whole family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna in water, drained
• 1 cup English cucumber, diced
• 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
• 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 0.25 cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 whole whole wheat pita pockets
• 4 large leaves romaine lettuce leaves

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, diced cucumber, halved grape tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, sliced Kalamata olives, finely chopped red onion, and chopped parsley.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently toss to combine all the ingredients.

Step 4

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your preference.

Step 5

Cut each pita pocket in half to create 8 halves, and gently open each half to form a pocket.

Step 6

Line the inside of each pita pocket with a large leaf of romaine lettuce.

Step 7

Spoon the Greek tuna salad mixture evenly into each pocket, filling it generously.

Step 8

Serve immediately, or wrap the pita pockets tightly in foil or parchment paper for a portable meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	937.1 grams (937.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1466

Total Fat 45.50g	58%
Saturated Fat 13.20g	66%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 153mg	51%
Sodium 4737mg	206%
Total Carbohydrate 161.30g	59%
Dietary Fiber 22.20g	79%
Total Sugars 11.40g
Protein 111.80g	224%

Vitamin D 227IU	1134%
Calcium 440mg	34%
Iron 13mg	72%
Potassium 1833mg	39%

*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: 27.3%

Protein: 29.8%

Carbs: 43.0%