No Power Pita Pockets

• Drain the can of tuna fish and empty into a small bowl.
• Using a fork, mix in the mayonnaise.
• Diced finely the bell pepper, red onion, and celery, and add to the bowl.
• If using cheese, add to the tuna mixture along with salt and pepper, stir to combine.
• Cut pita pockets in half and gently open. Line the pita pockets with lettuce, add tomato, and fill with the tuna mixture.
• Enjoy!

A note from the author, "When the power goes out, we start clearing out the fridge and trying to use up as much as possible before it goes bad. This is a great way to use up condiment packets that sit in the back of your kitchen drawer, especially if you have an opened mayonnaise in the refrigerator that could be unsafe to use or don't want to open a new one and risk having to throw it away. Other fresh or canned vegetables can be used in this recipe, including chickpeas, carrots, snap peas, or green beans. If using canned vegetables, rinse before using to avoid extra sodium. Leftover salad mixes are perfect to use in place of lettuce. Any type of bread or wrap can replace the pita pockets. This meal can be substituted with any number of things - experiment with what you have on hand!"

This recipe was submitted by Lisa Neff as part of the Food Policy Council of Buffalo and Erie County's Emergency Eats Recipe Challenge.