Best 5 Spicy Tuna Pita With Cilantro Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary adventure, as we embark on a journey to explore the vibrant flavors of the Spicy Tuna Pita with Cilantro. This tantalizing dish is a harmonious blend of contrasting textures, where the spicy tuna salad, prepared with a symphony of piquant spices, meets the soft and fluffy pita bread, creating a delightful symphony in every bite. The tangy and aromatic cilantro adds a refreshing touch, elevating this dish to a new level of culinary artistry. Along with the main recipe, we'll also introduce you to a delightful array of complementary dishes, including a refreshing Cucumber Salad, a zesty Avocado Salsa, a creamy and flavorful Tzatziki Sauce, and a delectable Mango Chutney. Each recipe is carefully crafted to complement the Spicy Tuna Pita, offering a delightful symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Get ready to embark on a culinary expedition, where every bite is an explosion of taste and texture, creating an unforgettable dining experience.

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PAN-SEARED TUNA WITH AVOCADO, SOY, GINGER, AND LIME



Pan-Seared Tuna with Avocado, Soy, Ginger, and Lime image

Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 big handfuls fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
1/2 jalapeno, sliced
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 garlic clove, grated
2 limes, juiced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
Pinch sugar
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 (6-ounce) block sushi-quality tuna
1 ripe avocado, halved, peeled, pitted, and sliced

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the cilantro, jalapeno, ginger, garlic, lime juice, soy sauce, sugar, salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Stir the ingredients together until well incorporated.
  • Place a skillet over medium-high heat and coat with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Season the tuna generously with salt and pepper. Lay the tuna in the hot oil and sear for 1 minute on each side to form a slight crust. Pour 1/2 of the cilantro mixture into the pan to coat the fish. Serve the seared tuna with the sliced avocado and the remaining cilantro sauce drizzled over the whole plate.

SPICY TUNA SALAD PITAS WITH CILANTRO



Spicy Tuna Salad Pitas With Cilantro image

Tuna salad with a little bite! Makes a nice change when you want something different for lunch or a quick dinner. Had these with my mom before tackling the shopping crowds this past weekend...we wound up going on a cookbook binge! Serves 1 but can easlily be doubled or adapted to make more servings.

Provided by JamesDeansGirl

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (6 ounce) can light chunk tuna in water, drained
3 -5 tablespoons mayonnaise (depending on how creamy you like it)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 -2 teaspoon fresh lime juice
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 whole wheat pita bread, cut in half
mesclun, for assembling

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the tuna, mayonnaise, cilantro,cumin, cayenne, and lime juice; season with salt and pepper.
  • Cover and chill at least 2 hours, to let the flavors blend.
  • Fill the pita halves with lettuce leaves, then the tuna salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 546.8, Fat 18.1, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 62.6, Sodium 1233.8, Carbohydrate 46.9, Fiber 5, Sugar 3.5, Protein 50.5

ASIAN TUNA SALAD



Asian Tuna Salad image

It's spicy and super-addictive! Serve with lettuce as lettuce wraps. Great with crackers and pita bread, too.

Provided by mimilulu

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 (5 ounce) cans chunk light tuna in water, drained and flaked
½ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Craisins®)
½ cup finely chopped carrot
¼ cup chopped green onions
¼ cup finely chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 ½ teaspoons ground ginger
1 ½ teaspoons ground red chile pepper
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
½ cup light mayonnaise
¼ cup Asian chile paste (such as sambal oelek)
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey

Steps:

  • Mix tuna, cranberries, carrot, green onions, cilantro, sesame seeds, ginger, ground chile pepper, and kosher salt together in a large bowl.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, chile paste, sesame oil, soy sauce, and honey together in a separate bowl; add to tuna mixture and stir to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.4 g, Cholesterol 19.2 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 13.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 305.8 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

PAN-SEARED TUNA WITH GINGER, MISO AND CILANTRO SAUCE



Pan-Seared Tuna with Ginger, Miso and Cilantro Sauce image

Categories     Ginger     Marinate     Sauté     Low Carb     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Lemon     Tuna     Spring     Cilantro     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons oriental sesame oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
6 5-ounceahi tuna steaks (about 1 inch to 1 1/4 inches thick)
Nonstick vegetable oil spray
Ginger, Miso and Cilantro Sauce
Fresh cilantro sprigs

Steps:

  • Whisk lemon juice, sesame oil, soy sauce and pepper in small bowl to blend. Place tuna steaks in 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Pour marinade over tuna steaks; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate 3 hours, turning occasionally.
  • Remove tuna from marinade. Spray large nonstick skillet with vegetable oil spray. Heat skillet over high heat. Add 3 tuna steaks to skillet and cook about 3 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer tuna steaks to plate. Tent with aluminum foil to keep warm. Repeat with remaining 3 tuna steaks.
  • Transfer tuna steaks to plates. Spoon Ginger, Miso and Cilantro Sauce atop tuna. Garnish with cilantro and serve.

GARDEN TUNA PITA SANDWICHES



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A well-balanced meal packed into a pita is a breeze to whip up. Not a fan of tuna? Try canned chicken. -Rebecca Clark, Warrior, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pouches (one 5 ounces, one 2-1/2 ounces) light water-packed tuna
3/4 cup 2% cottage cheese
1/2 cup chopped cucumber
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup shredded carrot
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
6 whole wheat pita pocket halves
1 cup fresh baby spinach
6 slices tomato

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Line pita halves with spinach and tomato; fill each with 1/3 cup tuna mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 1114mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

Tips:

  • To ensure the freshest and best-tasting tuna, opt for sushi-grade tuna steaks or loins.
  • If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of cayenne pepper or omit it entirely.
  • Use high-quality pita bread for the best results. Freshly baked or lightly toasted pita bread works exceptionally well.
  • For a tangy and refreshing twist, add a squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice to the spicy tuna mixture.
  • Experiment with different toppings and fillings to create unique flavor combinations. Some popular options include avocado, cucumber, pickled onions, and crumbled feta cheese.

Conclusion:

The Spicy Tuna Pita with Cilantro is a delectable and versatile dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Whether served as a light lunch, a satisfying dinner, or an appetizing appetizer, this recipe is sure to impress with its vibrant colors, zesty kick, and culinary finesse. The spicy tuna filling, complemented by the cool and refreshing cucumber and cilantro, is perfectly enveloped in the warm and fluffy pita bread, creating a symphony of flavors in every bite. This recipe is not only a culinary delight but also a testament to the culinary magic that can be achieved with simple, fresh ingredients. So, embark on this culinary adventure, embrace the flavors, and indulge in the exquisite experience that the Spicy Tuna Pita with Cilantro has to offer.

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