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Backpacker Magazine – August 2009

Recipe: Pesto Tuna Sandwich

Take your tuna to the next level with this gourmet sandwich.

by: Drea Knufken

Pesto Tuna (Justin Bailie)
Pesto Tuna (Justin Bailie)
2 pocketless pitas
6.5-ounce tuna pouch
2 slices cheddar cheese
4 tablespoons pesto (use a pack-friendly tube, such as Amore or Napoleon)

At home Pack cheddar into zip-top bag. on trail
To make one sandwich: Spread two tablespoons of pesto onto one pita. Place half of the tuna pouch and 1 slice of cheese on top. Fold and serve. Like it spicy? Sub jalapeqo tortillas for the pitas.

Prep time 3 min
Price $4 per serving
Weight 7.5 oz. per serving
Serves 2
Calories 475
Fat 17 g
Carbs 47 g
Protein 30 g

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Posted: Dec 13, 2009 Nuch

I've done similar variants using Lavosh bread which holds up well and is a little more flexible and chewy. Also try it with some chopped apple and curry paste (curry powder+canola oil)instead of the pesto. You can add a little shredded cabbage for extra crunch as well. Omit cheese for the lactose intolerant (I have one in my regular group)
Posted: Aug 30, 2009 Scott Orlosky

Not sure if you American folks have the alternative choices of roti,Kurdish and other forms of naan etc. I find pita bread resembles shoe leather compared with these alternatives, Currently eating a version consisting of 70% oat flour just for a change.
Posted: Aug 27, 2009 Honora

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