Avocado Tuna Lettuce Wraps Recipes

Name: Tuna Lettuce Wraps Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 5 ounces tuna (1 can, drained); 1 Tablespoon sweet relish; 1 Tablespoon miracle whip; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; ½ teaspoon lemon juice; 3 lettuce leaves; 1 avocado (diced); 16 cherry tomatoes (diced); salt and pepper, to taste

Packed with protein and healthy fats, these Avocado Tuna Lettuce Wraps make a great option for lunch or a midday snack!

Finding something to eat for lunch that is not a peanut butter and jam sandwich is always so hard for me! I usually try and keep my lunch pretty healthy but salads get old after awhile.

I’ve always been a big fan of tuna, especially when I was pregnant (in moderation, don’t worry!). I tried it in so many ways and this is by far my favorite. I love these Avocado Tuna Lettuce Wraps because I can get in a full serving of vegetables, plenty of protein, and they are so much more filling than a salad.

I wrapped these up in lettuce, but I’ve also dipped Pretzel Thins or crackers in this tuna avocado salad. These Avocado Tuna Wraps are great with a variety of different vegetables mixed in! Add what you love and you really can’t go wrong!

Recipe Ingredient Notes

Tuna: One 5 oz. can
Lettuce Leaves (iceberg or romaine)
Avocado
Cherry Tomatoes
Sweet Relish
Miracle Whip (or Mayonaisse)
Dijon Mustard
Lemon Juice
Salt and pepper

romaine lettuce for avocado tuna lettuce wraps

How to make Avocado Tuna Lettuce Wraps

Drain tuna and remove from can. We love using Light Chicken of the Sea Tuna!
In a bowl, toss together tuna, avocado, red pepper, and dill. We recommend using fresh dill in these wraps, it give it a great flavor!
Gently fold in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to your liking.
Divide salad onto four lettuce leaves and top with sprouts if desired.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Lettuce Works Best for Lettuce Wraps?

When I make lettuce wraps, I prefer to use large romaine lettuce leaves because the leaves are long and easier to “wrap” around the meat. They are also the perfect size for holding in your hand and create more of a “taco” feel. However, a lot of people love iceberg lettuce because it is so crisp and adds a nice texture. It is also a little harder to roll. Boston lettuce and butter lettuce are also a great choice that many people love.

Are lettuce wraps healthier than bread?

Lettuce wraps are much lower in calories than bread, and they are very fresh.

What is the crispiest lettuce?

Iceberg lettuce is the most common crisphead lettuce variety.

More Lettuce Wrap Recipes

If you are not a fan of tuna but love lettuce wraps, check out these other lettuce wrap recipes:

Serves: 3 servings

Tuna Lettuce Wraps Recipe

Tuna is a great healthy lunch option, even when you’re in a hurry. Mix in your favorite vegetables, some light mayonnaise, and wrap it in lettuce for a low calorie, protein packed lunch.

Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

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Ingredients

5 ounces tuna 1 can, drained
1 Tablespoon sweet relish
1 Tablespoon miracle whip
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon lemon juice
3 lettuce leaves
1 avocado diced
16 cherry tomatoes diced
salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Combine tuna, relish, Miracle Whip, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice in a bowl, until well combined.
Place the mixture on a lettuce leaf.
Top with chopped avocado, tomato, salt, and pepper.

Notes

Iceberg or romaine lettuce works well for these wraps. We personally prefer romaine because it allows us to wrap more of the contents into a wrap.

Nutrition

Calories: 180 kcal · Carbohydrates: 13 g · Protein: 12 g · Fat: 11 g · Saturated Fat: 2 g · Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g · Monounsaturated Fat: 7 g · Cholesterol: 17 mg · Sodium: 240 mg · Potassium: 661 mg · Fiber: 6 g · Sugar: 5 g · Vitamin A: 2411 IU · Vitamin C: 32 mg · Calcium: 36 mg · Iron: 2 mg