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Easy High-Protein Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps

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A fresh, protein-packed tuna salad wrapped in crisp butter lettuce leaves, perfect for quick, healthy lunches that are light yet satisfying.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cans (5 oz / 142 g each) solid white albacore tuna, drained
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Dijon mustard
  • 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons (about 30 g) red onion, finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons (8 g) fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste
  • About 8 large butter lettuce leaves, washed and dried
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon (15 g) capers, drained
  • Optional: 1/4 cup (40 g) chopped cucumber

Instructions

  1. Drain the tuna thoroughly, pressing down with the back of a fork to remove excess liquid.
  2. Finely dice the celery and red onion, chop the parsley, and prepare optional cucumber and capers if using.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice; whisk until smooth.
  4. Add the drained tuna to the bowl with the dressing and gently fold in the chopped celery, onion, parsley, and optional capers or cucumber. Season with salt and pepper to taste, avoiding overmixing.
  5. Gently separate butter lettuce leaves, rinse and pat dry to keep crisp.
  6. Spoon a generous amount of tuna salad onto each lettuce leaf and fold or roll to create a handheld wrap.
  7. Serve immediately or refrigerate covered for up to 24 hours; keep lettuce separate until ready to serve.

Notes

Do not overmix the tuna to keep chunks intact. Drain tuna thoroughly to avoid soggy lettuce. Use fresh herbs and pat lettuce dry for best texture. Optional ingredients like capers and cucumber add extra flavor and crunch. For dairy-free, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt or avocado mayo. Wraps are best assembled just before eating to keep lettuce crisp.

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Keywords: tuna salad, lettuce wraps, high protein, healthy lunch, low carb, gluten free, quick recipe

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