Crunchy Tuna Pockets Recipe

Name: Crunchy Tuna Pockets
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (6 1/2 oz.) can water packed white tuna; 1 1/2 c. shredded cabbage; 1/4 c. shredded carrots; 1/4 c. diced celery; 1/4 c. diced green pepper; 1/4 c. chopped pecans, toasted in skillet or broiler; 1/4 c. plus 2 Tbsp. reduced calorie mayo; 1 tsp. lemon juice; 1/4 tsp. dried dill weed; 3 (6-inch) pita bread rounds, cut in half to make pockets; celery leaves for garnish

Servings: persons

1 (6 1/2 oz.) can water packed white tuna
1 1/2 c. shredded cabbage
1/4 c. shredded carrots
1/4 c. diced celery
1/4 c. diced green pepper
1/4 c. chopped pecans, toasted in skillet or broiler
1/4 c. plus 2 Tbsp. reduced calorie mayo
1 tsp. lemon juice
1/4 tsp. dried dill weed
3 (6-inch) pita bread rounds, cut in half to make pockets
celery leaves for garnish

1
Rinse tuna in colander 1 minute; let drain 1 minute.
2
Combine tuna with next 5 ingredients and toss gently.
3
Combine mayo, lemon juice and dill.
4
Toss gently with other combined ingredients. Cover and chill for 1 hour or until serving.
5
When ready to serve, spoon into halved pita pockets.
6
Use celery leaves to garnish. Makes 6 servings.
7
Great for picnics, summertime entertaining or lunch anytime!

146

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (6 1/2 oz.) can water packed white tuna, 1 1/2 c. shredded cabbage, 1/4 c. shredded carrots, 1/4 c. diced celery, and more.

Yes, Crunchy Tuna Pockets falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Crunchy Tuna Pockets

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