Description
Tuna Salad Vegetable Wraps are a perfect example of a healthy and delicious lunch option that is easy to prepare and customizable to your personal taste. The combination of chunky, protein-rich tuna salad and crisp, crunchy vegetables, all wrapped up in a soft tortilla, creates a balanced and nutritious dish that is perfect for those who are on the go.
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) of tuna, drained
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup diced cucumber
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 large lettuce leaves
- 4 large whole wheat or spinach tortillas
Instructions
Step 1:
- Prepare the Tuna Salad In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, red onion, celery, red bell pepper, cucumber, and chopped parsley.
- Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 2:
- Assemble the Wraps Lay out the lettuce leaves on a clean work surface.
- Spoon the tuna salad mixture evenly onto each lettuce leaf, spreading it out to cover the surface.
Step 3:
- Roll the Wraps Carefully roll up each lettuce leaf with the tuna salad mixture inside, creating a tight wrap.
- Secure the wraps with toothpicks if necessary.
Step 4:
- Serve and Enjoy Place each wrap onto a whole wheat or spinach tortilla.
- Roll up the tortillas tightly around the lettuce wraps.
- Cut each wrap in half diagonally and serve immediately, or wrap them in foil for a convenient on-the-go meal.
Equipment
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- Feel free to customize the tuna salad with additional ingredients like diced avocado, shredded carrots, or chopped olives.
- You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dash of hot sauce for extra flavor.
- If making ahead, store the tuna salad and lettuce separately from the tortillas and assemble the wraps just before serving to prevent them from getting soggy.
- Prep Time: 15minutes
- Cook Time: 10minutes
- Category: Dairy-Free, HEALTH,High-Protein Picks,Special Diets