Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps (Printable)
Zesty tuna salad in crisp lettuce cups. Ready in 15 minutes, this light protein-rich meal fits gluten-free and low-carb lifestyles perfectly.
# What You'll Need:
→ Tuna Salad
01 - 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in water, drained
02 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for lighter option)
03 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
04 - 1 celery stalk, finely diced
05 - 1/4 small red onion, finely diced
06 - 1/2 small cucumber, finely diced
07 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
09 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Lettuce Wraps & Garnishes
10 - 8 large leaves of Romaine or Butter lettuce, washed and patted dry
11 - 1 small avocado, sliced
12 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
13 - Optional: sliced radishes, shredded carrots
# Method:
01 - In a medium bowl, combine tuna, mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), Dijon mustard, celery, red onion, cucumber, parsley, and lemon juice. Mix well until evenly combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
02 - Lay out the lettuce leaves on a clean surface or platter.
03 - Spoon equal amounts of tuna salad onto the center of each lettuce leaf.
04 - Top with avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, and any optional garnishes.
05 - Fold or roll the lettuce leaves around the filling to form wraps. Serve immediately.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- Ready in fifteen minutes perfect for busy weekdays when you want something real but dont have time to cook
- The crisp lettuce against the creamy tuna creates this amazing texture contrast that keeps every bite interesting
02 -
- Dry your lettuce leaves completely with paper towels or a salad spinner, otherwise the wraps get watery within minutes
- Make the tuna salad a few hours ahead and keep it refrigerated, but do not assemble the wraps until you are ready to eat
03 -
- Use a fork to flake the tuna before mixing, creating better texture and helping the ingredients distribute evenly
- Season your tuna salad more boldly than you think is necessary, since the lettuce needs that punch of flavor