Amazing 10-Minute Ultimate Tuna Salad Lettuce Wrap
Enjoy the Ultimate Tuna Salad Lettuce Wrap, a light and fresh lunch idea that skips the bread. This recipe brings together simple ingredients for a satisfying and healthy meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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- 1 can (5 ounces) tuna in water, drained
- 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for lower fat)
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 large butter lettuce leaves (or romaine hearts)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, flake the drained tuna with a fork.
- Add the chopped celery, mayonnaise (or yogurt), red onion, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice to the bowl.
- Mix all ingredients well until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Season with salt and pepper to your liking.
- Spoon the tuna salad mixture evenly onto the center of each lettuce leaf.
- Fold or wrap the lettuce around the filling to create a wrap.
- Serve immediately for a crisp, healthy lunch.
Notes
- Chef Tariq suggests using quality, oil-packed tuna for a richer flavor if you are not strictly monitoring fat intake.
- Amara recommends adding a sprinkle of fresh dill for an herby lift.
- Leo likes to add a pinch of smoked paprika for a subtle smoky depth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wraps
- Calories: Approx. 200
- Sugar: Low
- Sodium: Moderate
- Fat: Varies based on mayo choice
- Saturated Fat: Low
- Unsaturated Fat: Low to Moderate
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Low
- Fiber: Low
- Protein: High
- Cholesterol: Moderate
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