10 Awesome Tuna Lettuce Wraps Recipes
Feeding your body with lean proteins is essential, making fish a perfect candidate for following a diet regimen and keeping healthy. But instead of ordinary fish, why not go for tuna? Besides being incredibly delicious, it has many health benefits for your brain, bones, and body. According to Holland & Barrett, tuna is a close relative of mackerel, sourced from salty water bodies.
It comes in two groups; bluefin and skipjack. You directly get health benefits from tuna by grilling, baking, taking raw (like the Japanese sashimi), and even Frying. Either way, your tastebuds’ preference dictates your preferred cooking method for your tuna wraps. Remember that tuna wraps take a few minutes to cook and prepare, making it a perfect lunch option for your family.
What are the ten awesome tuna lettuce wraps recipes?
We will provide ten recipes with ingredients, directions, and other information like calories and servings. We’ll also mention the side dishes and how many minutes it takes to prepare and cook, depending on your preferred cooking method.
10. Monday tuna wrap- Who said Monday lunches or dinner have to be boring?
- Prep time: five minutes
- Servings: two
Ingredients
- One canned tuna
- One tablespoon of fat-free mayo
- One whole-wheat tortilla wrap
- ½ cup peppers, lettuce, mushrooms, and tomatoes
- One apple
- One tablespoon of peanut butter
Directions
Mix the tuna in mayonnaise, onions, and pickles in a medium-sized bowl. Spread the whole wheat tortilla and fill it with chopped vegetables. Generously apply peanut butter afterward. Roll it up to form a wrap.
Notes: The peanut butter is optional
9. Mediterranean tuna wrap- Such a delightful meal that your kids will gobble in seconds
- Prep time: five minutes
- Servings: two
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- ¼ cup chopped kalamata olives
- 2–6-ounce cans of chunk light tuna in water
- Three tablespoons of olive oil
- A pinch of salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Two large sliced tomatoes
- Six wholegrain grain wrap beads
Directions
Combine tuna, onion, parsley, and olive in a medium-sized bowl. Put the olive oil, zest, lemon zest, and pepper in a separate bowl. Add the mixed tuna to the lettuce leaves. Roll the tortilla to form a wrap and savor it.
8. Tuna wrap and crunchy veggies- You don’t have to wait more than 10 minutes to have a healthy tuna wrap
Do you have tuna sitting idle in the fridge? If so, this recipe is a perfect empty-out-the-fridge meal your family might prefer, only this time you’re cutting halves with jute twine.
- Prep time: ten minutes
- Servings: two
Ingredients
- Two large whole wheat tortillas
- 4-6 tablespoons avocado dip
- Six leaves of romaine lettuce
- 100g cooked tuna
- ½ cup raw cut stripes
Directions
Mix the parsley and tuna in a large bowl. Make the avocado dip. Wash and cut veggies into thin slices. Wash and dry lettuce. Lay the whole wheat tortilla. Spread avocado dip on half of the tortilla and bed it with lettuce, tuna, cucumber, and bell pepper. Roll into a wrap, forming pockets and top and bottom secured with string to enjoy.
Notes: This meal contains 340 kcal and can be used as an American main course.
7. Spicy sriracha tuna wraps- lunch prepared in five minutes; your kids will gobble it in three minutes
Picture this: your kids leave for school or vacation in five minutes. You know they don’t have time to eat breakfast but will get hungry the first few morning hours. This recipe is the perfect snack idea, and your kids will thank you for it.
- Prep time: five minutes
- Servings: two
Ingredients
- 4.5 ounces of yellowfin tuna in extra virgin olive oil
- Two tablespoons sriracha to taste
- Two tablespoons of mayonnaise or Greek yogurt, sour cream, or mashed potato
- ¼ cup diced onion
- ¼ cup diced celery
- ¼ cup spinach leaves
- One sliced tomato
- Two romaine lettuce leaves
- Two medium flour tortillas or lettuce leaves
Directions
Mix the onion, celery, sriracha, mayo, and spinach in a large bowl until creamy. Lay the tortilla on a plate. Bed lettuce leaf and spinach. Roll the tortilla like a burrito. Cut it crosswise and enjoy
Notes: If you’re on a low-carb or keto diet, maximize on lettuce leaves instead of tortillas. You can also introduce cucumber, avocado, olives, or thinly sliced matchstick carrots to the recipe.
6. Tuna melt wrap (basic tuna wrap 2)- A mouth-watering easy wrap you can pack for your kids for lunch or snack on for dinner
Are your kids fans of tuna melt wraps? Do you need a tuna wrap recipe for kids without spices? The tuna melt wrap recipe is at your disposal. You want to ensure they consume an easy-to-prepare meal with lean proteins, vegetables, and little-to-no spices.
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: one minute
- Servings: two
Ingredients
- 4.5 ounces of yellowfin tuna in extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup thoroughly sliced lettuce (preferably romaine)
- ¼ teaspoon salt (preferably Himalayan salt for seasoning)
- Two wholegrain flour tortillas
- Two tablespoon mayonnaise
Directions
In a mixing bowl, add canned tuna, onions, and salt. Mix until well combined with a fork. Place the tortilla wrap flat. Bed a leaf of lettuce on the tortilla, spreading half the tuna salad over it. Pour mayonnaise over it. Roll the tortilla to form a wrap as tightly as you can. Cut the tortilla in half and serve
Notes: Ensure you consume this tuna wrap as mayonnaise doesn’t freeze well. However, you can freeze tortilla leftovers if you won’t consume them fast enough.
5. Yellowfin tuna wrap (basic tuna wrap 1)- Nothing compares to this simple lunchtime solution for hunger-pang-prone tuna wrap aficionados
This recipe is for you if you’re a minimalist tuna wrap enthusiast who doesn’t enjoy spices. You don’t have to buy dozens of ingredients to prepare a tuna wrap, particularly if spices make you vulnerable to digestive issues. It’s also an excellent recipe if you don’t have time to rush to the grocery for extra pantry items. Plus, you get all the nutrients your body deserves on a budget.
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: one minute
- Servings: two
Ingredients
- Two leaves lettuce
- One sliced tomato
- Two flour tortillas (Spinach or colored tortilla)
- 4.5 ounces of yellowfin tuna in extra virgin olive oil
Directions
Lay the tortilla on a plate, and bed it with lettuce. Place ½ canned tuna on the lettuce, topping it with sliced tomatoes. Fold the tortilla to form tightly wrapped tuna wraps, and enjoy.
4. Crunchy tuna wraps with mayonnaise- Who said mayonnaise is only for bacon-infused burgers and sandwiches?
Instead of avocados, we will use mayonnaise as a taste enhancer. According to Taste of Home, the crunchy tuna wrap recipe also contains chestnuts rich in healthy oils. Celery and lettuce are high in fiber and essential Vitamins, so you’re looking at a balanced diet here, along with tuna (lean meat).
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: one minute
- Servings: four
Ingredients
- 6.4 ounces light tuna in water
- Two tablespoons mayonnaise
- Two tablespoons of prepared mustard
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- ¼ cup slices and chopped chestnuts
- Three tablespoons chopped sweet red pepper
- Two spinach eight-inch tortillas at room temperature
- One cup of shredded lettuce
- ¼ cup finely chopped celery
Directions
Mix tuna, mayonnaise, mustard, green onions, chestnuts, sweet red pepper, and celery in a large bowl, using a fork. Ensure the ingredients are properly-mixed. Lay the tortillas and bed the lettuce on them. Pour the mixture on the bedded lettuce. Roll up tortillas to form wraps, jelly-roll style
3. Crunchy avocado tuna wraps- A highly-nutritious and easy no-cook tuna wrap dinner idea
According to Tasty, a combination of vitamins C, E, K, and B6 plus essential minerals from avocado and omega-three fatty acids in tuna sounds like a perfect plan to eat a nutritious meal. Only this time, you want your wrapped tuna wrap crunchier.
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: one minute
- Servings: four
Ingredients
- Five ounces of canned tuna
- One large, diced avocado
- One cup finely chopped carrot
- Two finely chopped celery ribs
- ¼ cup finely chopped onions
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- One tablespoon of lemon juice
- Four whole wheat tortillas
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder and salt
- Four lettuce leaves (green)
- One cup of cherry tomato
Directions
Add tuna and avocado to a large bowl. Smash the two ingredients using a fork. Put the chopped carrots, red onion, lettuce ribs, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper into the first-two mixture. Stir it thoroughly. Lay the tortillas on a plate, and bed lettuce leaves over them. Scoop the tuna mixture and place it at the center of the lettuce leaves. Spread it down the middle. Top it up with cherry tomatoes. Wrap the tortilla by wrapping and enjoy
Notes: Make sure the tortillas are oven-baked to achieve crunchiness.
2. Canned tuna salad wrap (recipe 2)- Introduce hot and spicy mango sauce to improve your tuna salad wrap flavor
The second option, non-basic tuna wrap salad, contains fruits (hot and spicy mango sauce) without mayonnaise. It’s an excellent alternative when you aren’t in the mood to cook or go near your oven. Plus, you can add condiments and spices to improve its flavor.
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: one minute
- Servings: two
Ingredients
- 1½ cups tuna salad
- Four pieces of lettuce
- One tablespoon chopped red onion or shallots
- A few drops of lemon juice
- Two tablespoons of Noubess hot and spicy mango sauce
Directions
Drain tuna before placing it in a medium bowl. Add the mango hot and spicy sauce, red onion, and a teaspoon of salt. Stir the ingredients with a fork until properly mixed. Keep adding salt and hot and spicy sauce, depending on your taste. Put the tuna salad on wraps like croissants, rolls, bread, or tortilla wraps. If you want to add more fiber to the diet, serve it in a bed of lettuce.
Notes: Tuna can last three days when left in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
1. Tuna salad wrap (recipe 1)- A two-some lunch option consisting of tuna salad wrap and French fries/ potato chips
This tuna salad wrap recipe is a perfect lunch alternative to the McDonald’s bucket consisting of French Fries and chicken. You want an easy-to-prepare meal that involves assembling and arranging the wrap before sealing with a rolled flour tortilla. Pair it with French fries or potato chips and enjoy its rich, delicious taste while on the go.
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: one minute
- Servings: two
Ingredients
- 1½ cups tuna salad
- Four pieces of lettuce
- Two tablespoons of shredded cheddar cheese
- Two pieces of 10-12 inches flour tortilla wrap
- One medium diced tomato or shallots
Directions
According to Panlasandpinoy, the first step involves mixing tuna salad with cheddar cheese in a medium-sized bowl. Ensure you mix the two well. Place two lettuce leaves on top of one tortilla wrap before adding half of the chopped tomato. Place ¾ cup of tuna salad and cheese mixture over the chopped tomatoes. Join the opposite ends of the wrap by folding about three inches. Now roll the unfolded side, ensuring the ingredients inside are neatly wrapped. Cut crosswise on half of the wrap using a knife. Place each wrap in a serving plate or lunchbox. Add your French fries/potato chips on the side and enjoy.
What are the health benefits of tuna wraps?
Apart from being an excellent sandwich alternative to bread, tuna fish is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and is a source of Vitamin B12. If your dietary needs demand that you eat fish or seafood, the tuna salad wrap is worth being on your food list. Studies have proven that eating more Omega-3 is associated with reduced rates of cardiovascular disease, including heart attacks. Omega-3s in tuna positively affect eye health, preventing the retina from developing medical problems. Also, they’re believed to slow the growth of tumor cells, reducing inflammation in the body. If you want to lose weight, lean proteins can be handy. Tuna wraps are low in calories, keeping you fuller and hence stopping you from eating more.
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