Description
Zesty tuna lettuce wraps deliver a fresh Mediterranean-inspired flavor explosion perfect for light lunches. Crisp lettuce leaves cradle spicy seasoned tuna, creating a protein-packed meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 (5 ounces / 142 grams) cans tuna in water, drained
Wet Ingredients and Seasonings:
- ¼ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Vegetables and Herbs:
- ¼ cup celery, finely chopped
- ¼ cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- 1 head butter lettuce or romaine (leaves separated and rinsed)
- Sliced avocado (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the zesty tuna filling by blending canned tuna with creamy mayonnaise or tangy yogurt in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Introduce bright flavor dimensions by whisking in Dijon mustard and fresh lemon juice for a vibrant profile.
- Incorporate crisp diced celery, colorful bell peppers, and finely chopped onions to add textural complexity and aromatic depth.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley throughout the mixture to enhance herbaceous notes and visual appeal.
- Season the mixture with delicate pinches of salt and ground black pepper, adjusting to personal taste preferences.
- Gently fold all ingredients until thoroughly and evenly combined, creating a harmonious tuna salad blend.
- Select crisp, verdant lettuce leaves as your natural wrap vessel, ensuring they are clean and dry.
- Generously spoon the seasoned tuna mixture into the center of each lettuce leaf, creating a generous and inviting portion.
- For additional creaminess and nutritional richness, layer thinly sliced avocado atop the tuna filling.
- Serve immediately to maintain optimal freshness and lettuce crispness, or refrigerate briefly to allow flavors to meld and develop.
Notes
- Drain tuna thoroughly to prevent watery filling and ensure a creamy, cohesive mixture.
- Swap mayo with Greek yogurt for a lighter, protein-packed version that cuts calories while maintaining delicious flavor.
- Choose crisp, sturdy lettuce like romaine or butter lettuce for the best wrap structure and minimal leaf breakage.
- Customize the recipe by adding diced cucumber or replacing celery for extra crunch and freshness without compromising the overall texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg