Best Feta Tuna Pockets Recipes

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GREEK TUNA SALAD POCKETS



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This tuna salad is a welcome departure from its mayonnaise-based cousin. Serve in pita pockets with fresh spinach for a portable meal. Photo credit: Julie Deily from The Little Kitchen.

Provided by McCormick

Categories     Entrees,

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tbsps lemon juice
1 tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 tsps McCormick® Oregano Leaves
1/2 tsp McCormick® Garlic Powder
1 pouch (7 ounces) albacore tuna, packed in water
1/2 cup chopped tomato
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup crumbled reduced fat feta cheese
2 whole wheat pita breads (6 1/2-inch)
1 cup baby spinach leaves

Steps:

  • Mix lemon juice, oil, oregano and garlic powder in medium bowl until well blended. Add tuna, tomato, red onion and feta cheese; toss lightly. Cover.
  • Refrigerate at least 1 hour or until ready to serve.
  • Cut pita breads in half. Line with spinach leaves. Spoon tuna mixture into pita pockets.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 Calories

WARM TUNA PITA POCKETS



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I like to tuck this cheesy tuna filling into pita pockets for a fun, grab-and-go lunch. Celery adds a nice crunch. -Marge Nicol, Shannon, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (6 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/3 cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 pita pocket halves

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the tuna, cheese, celery, onion and mayonnaise. Spoon into pita halves. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 8-10 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 17 g fat (6 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56 mg cholesterol, Sodium 885 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22 g carbohydrate, Fiber 1 g fiber, Protein 32 g protein.

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

FETA TUNA POCKETS



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Categories     Sandwich     Fish     Quick & Easy

Yield 6 people

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 6 oz can tuna, drained
1/2 C chopped celery
1/4 C chopped onions
2 tbsp reduced-fat feta
2 oz salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip Light)
3 tbsp hummus
1 tbsp chopped fresh basil
1 squeeze lemon
6 6" perforated pocket pitas

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, mix tuna, celery, onion, feta, dressing, hummus, basil, and lemon. 2. Lightly coat one side of each pita with olive oil or cooking spray. 3. Place pitas oil-side down on a griddle or pan over medium heat for 30 seconds to a minute. Remove warm pitas from pan and split in half along perforation. 4. Open pitas at tear and fill each half with tuna salad.

GREEK TUNA SALAD POCKETS



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Make and share this Greek Tuna Salad Pockets recipe from Food.com.

Provided by English_Rose

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1 (7 ounce) tin tuna in brine, drained
1 tomatoes, roughly chopped
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
4 ounces reduced-fat feta cheese, crumbled
4 whole wheat pita breads
2 ounces baby spinach leaves
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the lemon juice, oil, oregano and garlic salt in a medium bowl. Add the tuna, tomato, red onion and feta cheese, season to taste and toss lightly.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavours to develop. Bring back to room temperature for approximately 30 minutes before serving.
  • Warm the pita breads under a low-heat grill. Remove and slice in half. Open carefully and line with spinach leaves.
  • Spoon in the tuna mixture and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.9, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 8.9, Sodium 511.2, Carbohydrate 37.3, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 2.4, Protein 20.9

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