Ingredients
Enjoy a new take on a classic with Niçoise Tuna Pita. Filled with eggs, tuna, green beans, potatoes and a bright vinaigrette – you can enjoy as a salad or tucked into a pita for a meal at home or on the go.
- 2 red potatoes (about 8 oz/227 g), cooked and cubed
- 1 cup (250 mL) chopped cooked green beans
- 1 can (120 g) chunk light tuna, drained
- 3 tbsp (45 mL) diced red onion or shallot
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- 4 hard boiled eggs *see tip
- 2 pita breads or naan, halved
- Lettuce, chopped tomato, olives (optional)
Creamy Mustard Lemon Vinaigrette:
- 1/3 cup (75 mL) plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp (30 mL) mayonnaise
- 2 tsp (10 mL) Dijon or grainy mustard
- ¼ tsp (1 mL) lemon zest
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp salt
- Pinch pepper
Preparation
Creamy Mustard Lemon Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, mustard, lemon zest and juice. Season with salt and pepper.
In a bowl, combine potatoes, green beans, tuna, onion and parsley. Pour half of the Vinaigrette over mixture and toss to coat well.
Slice eggs into wedges and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Place pita onto dinner plates and top with lettuce. Spoon salad mixture over lettuce and top with eggs. Garnish with tomatoes and olives, if desired and drizzle with remaining vinaigrette.
Pita Wrap: Steam or warm pitas slightly and open pocket slightly. Tuck in some lettuce and add salad mixture. Top with sliced eggs, tomato and olives, if using. Wrap gently and enjoy.
RECIPE TIP
*How to Hard Boil Eggs: Place eggs in a single layer in saucepan and cover with cold water. Cover and bring to a rolling boil. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 10 to 12 minutes. Drain well and run under cold water or alternatively remove with a slotted spoon into a bowl of ice water to chill.
Nutritional Information
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640
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23g
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5g
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390mg
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1180mg
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6g
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1200mg
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69g
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6g
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30%DV
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29%DV
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31%DV
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2.5 µg
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50 µg
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250mg
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41g
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90mg
Osteoporosis Canada’s position on nutrition for healthy bones focuses on calcium, vitamin D, protein, magnesium and vitamin K while stressing a well-balanced diet which includes fiber and whole grains, vitamins and minerals and protein.
