Tuna Avocado Lettuce Wraps
Ingredients:
- 2 cans (5 ounces each) canned tuna, drained
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Butter lettuce leaves or iceberg lettuce leaves for wrapping
- Optional toppings: cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, radishes, fresh herbs
Instructions:
- Prepare Tuna Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, diced avocado, finely chopped red onion, and celery.
- Make Tuna Salad:
- In the bowl with the tuna mixture, add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Mix well to coat the ingredients evenly.
- Season:
- Season the tuna mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning according to your preference.
- Assemble Lettuce Wraps:
- Take individual lettuce leaves, such as butter lettuce or iceberg lettuce, and lay them flat on a plate or tray.
- Add Tuna Mixture:
- Spoon a generous portion of the tuna and avocado mixture onto the center of each lettuce leaf.
- Optional Toppings:
- If desired, add optional toppings such as cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, radishes, or fresh herbs to each wrap.
- Fold and Secure:
- Gently fold the sides of the lettuce leaf over the tuna mixture, creating a wrap. Secure the wrap with toothpicks if needed.
- Serve:
- Arrange the Tuna Avocado Lettuce Wraps on a serving platter.
- Enjoy:
- Serve immediately and enjoy these light and flavorful Tuna Avocado Lettuce Wraps.
Note:
- You can customize the tuna salad mixture by adding ingredients like chopped pickles, green onions, or herbs for added flavor.
- Adjust the level of creaminess by adding more or less mayonnaise according to your preference.
These Tuna Avocado Lettuce Wraps make for a refreshing and low-carb meal, perfect for a light lunch or snack.