Here is a simple and quick tuna lettuce wraps recipe for a light meal or snack.
introduction
Tuna Lettuce Wraps are fresh, quick, and low carb. You use canned albacore tuna and butter or Bibb lettuce cups. If you like easy wraps, try a similar handheld idea with a Greek twist in this Greek chicken gyro wrap recipe for more wrap-style ideas.
why make this recipe
This recipe is fast, healthy, and needs few ingredients. It fits low-carb and light-eating plans. It is great for busy days, quick lunches, or simple dinners. If you want other tuna ideas, you can compare with a richer dish like this ultimate tuna mornay recipe.
how to make Tuna Lettuce Wraps
- Drain the tuna cans and add the tuna to a large bowl. Smash with a fork a bit to break up any large chunks.
- Add the mayo, celery, red onion, whole grain mustard, and fresh parsley to the tuna. Combine. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Add 1-2 large scoops of the tuna salad mixture to the center of the butter lettuce leaves. This can make a different amount of wraps depending on how much tuna you add to each cup!
- Add extra fresh parsley, salt, and pepper on top of the tuna wraps. Enjoy!
You can also read simple tips for wrapping and filling in another wrap recipe for ideas like fold and hold technique found in the Greek chicken gyro wrap guide.
Ingredients :
Butter lettuce, or Bibb lettuce, 10 oz canned albacore tuna (2 5oz cans), 1/3 cup mayonnaise, 2 tbsp finely diced celery, 2 tbsp finely diced red onion, rinsed in cold water (see Expert Tips section), 1 tsp whole grain mustard, 1 tsp chopped fresh parsley, Salt, Pepper
Directions :
First drain the tuna cans and add the tuna to a large bowl. Smash with a fork a bit to break up any large chunks., Then add the mayo, celery, red onion, whole grain mustard, and fresh parsley to the tuna. Combine. Add salt and pepper to taste., Add 1-2 large scoops of the tuna salad mixture to the center of the butter lettuce leaves. This can make a different amount of wraps depending on how much tuna you add to each cup!, Add extra fresh parsley, salt, and pepper on top of the tuna wraps. Enjoy!
how to serve Tuna Lettuce Wraps
Serve the wraps cold on a plate. Add lemon wedges on the side for a bright flavor. Serve with raw veggies, a simple salad, or crispy chips if you want a crunch. The wraps work well as finger food for a small gathering.
how to store Tuna Lettuce Wraps
Store leftover tuna salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Do not store the assembled lettuce cups for more than a few hours; the lettuce will get soggy. Keep the tuna mix and lettuce separate until you serve.
tips to make Tuna Lettuce Wraps
- Rinse red onion in cold water to cut the sharp bite.
- Use chilled tuna and cold lettuce for the best texture.
- Taste and add salt and pepper slowly—you can always add more.
- For easy packing, put tuna mix in a small container and lettuce leaves in a separate container.
- For more wrap ideas and filling tips, look at the wrap notes in the ultimate tuna mornay recipe page.
variation (if any)
- Add diced pickles or capers for tang.
- Add chopped hard-boiled egg for extra protein.
- Swap mayonnaise for Greek yogurt for a lighter sauce.
- Add avocado slices for creaminess.
FAQs
Q: Can I use any lettuce?
A: Yes. Butter or Bibb lettuce works best for cups, but romaine leaves can work too.
Q: How long will the tuna mix last?
A: It will last up to 3 days in the fridge in a sealed container.
Q: Can I make this dairy-free or egg-free?
A: Use a dairy-free mayo to make it dairy-free. If you need egg-free, choose a mayo that is egg-free.
Conclusion
If you want another low-carb take on tuna salad in lettuce, see this Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps Recipe (Low Carb Easy Mayo) for a similar simple version. For a different collection of ideas and tips, check Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps – Kalyn’s Kitchen. For a quick recipe reference and serving ideas, try this Tuna Lettuce Wraps Recipe – Tasting Table.