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Avocado Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps


  • Author: Jennifer
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4 (approximately 8 wraps) 1x

Description

Avocado Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps are a refreshing, light meal perfect for warm days or anytime you crave something nutritious. Combining creamy avocado and protein-rich tuna, these vibrant wraps are wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves for a satisfying crunch. Ideal for quick lunches or gatherings, this dish is not only delicious but also visually appealing, making it a hit with family and friends.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1 (12 oz) can of tuna packed in water, drained
  • 8 large romaine lettuce leaves
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients by halving the avocados, removing the pits, and scooping out the flesh into a mixing bowl.
  2. Mash the avocado until smooth yet slightly chunky, then add lemon juice to prevent browning.
  3. Flake the drained tuna into the bowl with avocado. Add red onion and cherry tomatoes; gently mix.
  4. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
  5. Spoon generous amounts of the mixture onto each lettuce leaf and roll them up like burritos.
  6. Serve on a platter or individually with toothpicks.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: No Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 wraps (150g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 360mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Swap canned tuna with canned chicken or chickpeas for a different protein option. Add fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.