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Avocado Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps: An Incredible 7-Step Recipe


  • Author: Lauren Baker
  • Total Time: 16 minute

Ingredients

– 1 can of tuna (in water or oil)
– 1 ripe avocado
– 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional)
– 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 stalk of celery, finely chopped
– 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 head of Romaine or Butter lettuce (for wrapping)
– Optional toppings: cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, or sprouts


Instructions

Creating Avocado Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps is straightforward. Just follow these simple steps:

1. Drain Tuna: Open the can of tuna and drain any excess liquid.
2. Mash Avocado: In a bowl, mash the ripe avocado with a fork until smooth or slightly chunky, based on your preference.
3. Combine Ingredients: Add the drained tuna, mayonnaise (if using), Dijon mustard, lemon juice, chopped celery, and diced red onion to the mashed avocado.
4. Mix Well: Stir the mixture until all ingredients are well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Prepare Lettuce Leaves: Carefully separate the leaves of the Romaine or Butter lettuce, rinsing them gently to remove any dirt.
6. Assemble Wraps: Spoon a generous amount of the tuna salad mixture onto the center of each lettuce leaf.
7. Add Optional Toppings: If desired, add cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, or sprouts for extra crunch and flavor.

And just like that, your Avocado Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps are ready to be enjoyed!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5-10 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2-4 wraps
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Fat: 18g
  • Protein: 25g