Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: None
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Skill Level: Easy
Ingredients
- 2 cans tuna in water, drained
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 celery stalk, finely diced
- 1/4 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 large lettuce leaves (Romaine or Butter Lettuce)
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, celery, and red onion. Mix gently with a fork until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Add the fresh lemon juice to the mixture and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well.
- Lay out the large lettuce leaves on a clean, flat surface.
- Spoon a generous amount of the tuna salad mixture into the center of each lettuce leaf.
- Top with diced tomatoes and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
- Carefully fold the lettuce leaves around the filling to form wraps.
- Serve immediately with additional lettuce leaves on the side for extra crunch.
Helpful Tips
If you’re new to making lettuce wraps, here are a few tips to ensure success:
- Try mixing in diced avocado for extra creaminess and flavor.
- For a tangy twist, add a few capers to the tuna salad mixture.
- If you prefer more crunch, mix in some diced bell peppers.
- If you’re out of fresh lemons, lime juice also adds a nice citrusy kick.
Storage Instructions
Tuna salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Assemble the lettuce wraps just before serving for the best texture and flavor.
Pairings
These Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps pair wonderfully with a chilled glass of iced tea or fresh lemonade. For a more substantial meal, serve alongside a light vegetable soup or a crisp cucumber salad.
