Chipotle Albacore Pesto Pocket

Chipotle Albacore Pesto Pocket

Ingredients

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1 pita pocket

Tuna Mousse Filling:

  • 1 can Oregon’s Choice Albacore (6oz), drained
  • 4-5 tablespoons chipotle aioli (recipe below)
  • ½ teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon finely diced red onion
  • 1–1½ teaspoons diced jalapeños
  • 1 teaspoon chopped cilantro
  • Pinch black pepper
  • Pinch salt

Sandwich toppings:

  • 1 tablespoon pesto
  • 2 slices tomato
  • ¼ avocado, sliced

Chipotle Aioli (small batch):

  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoon sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • ½ teaspoon honey
  • Pinch black pepper
  • 2 teaspoon chipotle peppers in adobo sauce

Instructions

Make the chipotle aioli

Mix all aioli ingredients in a small bowl until smooth. Adjust the chipotle paste for desired heat.

Make the tuna mousse

Place the drained tuna, 2–3 tablespoons chipotle aioli, lemon juice, red onion, jalapeños, cilantro, salt, and pepper into a blender or food processor.

Blend until smooth and light, airy, and fluffy, this is your mousse consistency. (Step can be skipped if in a hurry! But the texture really is worth the time if you have it.)

Assemble the pita

Spread pesto on one side of the pita.

Layer avocado slices, tomato, and the tuna mousse.

This recipe is perfect for a single person. It’s quick, easy, and satisfying. It can also be scaled up to make multiple sandwiches if needed.