Description
Refreshing Mediterranean Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps deliver a light, zesty twist on classic sandwich fare. Crisp lettuce leaves cradle a protein-packed blend of herbs, tuna, and tangy dressing, offering you a quick, healthy lunch solution perfect for warm days.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 5 ounces (142 grams) tuna, drained
Vegetables and Fruits:
- 3 lettuce leaves
- 1 avocado, diced
- 16 cherry tomatoes, diced
Condiments and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon sweet relish
- 1 tablespoon Miracle Whip
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, thoroughly mix drained tuna with tangy relish, zesty Dijon mustard, creamy Miracle Whip, and bright lemon juice until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Gently separate crisp lettuce leaves, ensuring they are clean and intact for wrapping.
- Spoon the prepared tuna mixture onto each lettuce leaf, creating a generous and centered filling.
- Enhance the wrap by delicately scattering freshly diced avocado and vibrant cherry tomatoes over the tuna mixture.
- Finish by sprinkling a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to elevate the overall flavor profile.
- Carefully fold the lettuce leaf edges to create a neat, handheld wrap that contains all the delicious ingredients.
Notes
- Select crisp, sturdy lettuce leaves like romaine or butter lettuce for the best wrap structure and minimal tearing.
- Drain tuna thoroughly to prevent excess water from making the salad too runny and compromising the wrap’s texture.
- Customize protein options by swapping tuna with canned chicken, salmon, or plant-based alternatives for dietary preferences.
- Enhance flavor complexity by adding finely chopped red onions, fresh herbs like dill or chives, or a sprinkle of smoked paprika for depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 35mg