Football season is back, and that means one thing in my house: snack time. 🏈 I’ll admit, I don’t know much about first downs or play calls, but I do know how to put together a winning game day spread. And honestly? I’m just here for the food.
This Game Day Tuna Salad + Pita Chips is my go-to when I want something that feels fresh and satisfying without being heavy. The tuna salad is mayo-free (because, truthfully, I can’t stand the stuff!) and instead gets its tang and creaminess from mustard, crunchy veggies, and fresh herbs. The homemade pita chips bake up golden and crisp in just a few minutes, and when you pair everything with plenty of crunchy, fresh veggies, you’ve got a snack plate that’s equal parts colorful and craveable.
The best part? It’s easy enough to throw together right before kickoff, but impressive enough to serve at a Super Bowl party, tailgate, or casual family hangout. Whether you’re cheering on your favorite team or just waiting for the halftime show, this platter is guaranteed to disappear fast.
Game Day Tuna Salad + Pita Chips
Ingredients
Tuna Salad
- 4 5oz cans of tuna packed in oil
- 1/4 cup dijon mustard
- 1/3 cup red onion finely minced
- 1 medium carrot finely minced
- 1 long celery stalk finely minced
- 1 bunch Italian parsley finely minced
- 1 bunch dill finely minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- kosher salt
- fresh ground pepper
Pita chips
- 2-3 pocket pitas
- olive oil
- kosher salt
- paprika
Instructions
Tuna Salad
- Drain cans of tuna and place into a bowl with dijon mustard, red onion, carrots, celery, parsley and dill. Season with salt and pepper, drizzle with olive oil and mix well.
Pita Chips
- Preheat oven to 425°. Split pitas down the middle and cut each half into 8 equal triangles. Drizzle pita with olive oil, season with salt and paprika and mix well, being careful not to break the pieces. Lay the pieces on a parchment lined sheet tray in an even layer. Bake for 5-10 minutes. Let cool before storing.
Platter
- Chop up your favorite dipping vegetables and arrange artfully on a platter. Add a bowl of tuna salad and some of the pita chips. Serve on game day. Touchdown!