Packed Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps
Packed Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps are a delightful and healthy meal option that combines fresh flavors with satisfying crunch. Made with tender lettuce leaves filled with a creamy tuna salad, these wraps are perfect for picnics, lunchboxes, or light dinners. Each bite bursts with flavor and texture, making them an irresistible choice for any occasion. Easy to prepare and customizable, they’ll impress your family and friends without requiring culinary expertise. Enjoy the refreshing taste of summer in every mouthful!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 can (5 oz) chunk light tuna in water, drained
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 8 large butter lettuce leaves
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or dill, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, Greek yogurt, and Dijon mustard; mix until creamy yet chunky.
- Add the chopped celery and red onion; stir to coat evenly.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the mixture; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Carefully wash and separate the lettuce leaves, laying them out on a platter.
- Spoon generous portions of the tuna salad mixture onto each lettuce leaf.
- Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 lettuce wraps (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Customize your wraps by substituting canned chicken or chickpeas for tuna. Add diced bell peppers or a splash of hot sauce for extra flavor. Store leftover tuna salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days but keep lettuce separate.