Mediterranean Tuna Pita Sandwiches

These Mediterranean Tuna Pita Sandwiches are filled with a flavorful mix of tuna, fresh vegetables, and tangy yogurt dressing, perfect for lunch or a light dinner.

NewPublished Feb 21, 2026
Prep Time20 min
Cook TimeNot set
Total20 min
Servings4
DifficultyEasy

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Mediterranean Tuna Pita Sandwiches filled with fresh vegetables and tuna.

Ingredients

Servings4

Yields 4 servings

  • (2 cans) tuna, drained
  • (1) cucumber, diced
  • (1) red bell pepper, diced
  • (1) small red onion, finely chopped
  • (1 cup) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • (1/2 cups) black olives, sliced
  • (1/2 cups) plain Greek yogurt
  • (2 tbsp) olive oil
  • (1 tbsp) lemon juice
  • (1 tsp) dried oregano
  • (1/2 tsp) garlic powder
  • (4) whole wheat pitas
  • (1/4 tsp) salt
  • (1/4 tsp) black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a mixing bowl, combine the (2 cans) tuna, (1) cucumber, (1) red bell pepper, (1) small red onion, (1 cup) cherry tomatoes, and (1/2 cup) black olives.

  2. 2

    In a separate bowl, whisk together (1/2 cup) Greek yogurt, (2 tbsp) olive oil, (1 tbsp) lemon juice, (1 tsp) dried oregano, (1/2 tsp) garlic powder, (1/4 tsp) salt, and (1/4 tsp) black pepper to create the dressing.

  3. 3

    Pour the dressing over the tuna and vegetable mixture and gently stir to combine, ensuring everything is well-coated.

  4. 4

    Cut the (4) whole wheat pitas in half to create pockets.

  5. 5

    Fill each pita pocket with the tuna mixture, distributing evenly among all pitas.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to an hour to enhance the flavors.

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