Description
These Avocado Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps are a fresh, healthy, and easy-to-make meal perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. Creamy avocado and tangy Greek yogurt combine with flaky tuna and crisp vegetables, all wrapped in buttery lettuce leaves, creating a delicious, low-carb, and nutrient-packed dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Mixture
- 1 can (5 oz) solid white tuna, drained
- 1 ripe avocado, mashed
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup diced celery or bell peppers
- Salt and pepper to taste
Wrap
- 4 large butter lettuce leaves
Instructions
- Combine Tuna and Vegetables: In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna and diced vegetables, such as celery or bell peppers, to add crunch and freshness to the salad.
- Add Creamy Ingredients: Mix in the mashed avocado, plain Greek yogurt, and fresh lemon juice until just combined, ensuring a creamy and tangy texture.
- Season the Salad: Season the tuna mixture with salt and pepper to taste, balancing the flavors perfectly.
- Assemble Wraps: Spoon the tuna mixture onto large butter lettuce leaves, then wrap them up like little parcels, ready to serve as a light and nutritious meal.
Notes
- You can substitute Greek yogurt with mayonnaise if preferred, but Greek yogurt adds extra protein and tanginess.
- Feel free to add chopped herbs like dill or parsley for additional flavor.
- These lettuce wraps are best served fresh but can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.
- Choose ripe avocado for creaminess and optimal flavor.
- To make it spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeño.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
