Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps
Light and crunchy lettuce wraps filled with protein-rich tuna salad. A no-cook lunch ready in 10 minutes.
Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps has 260 calories per serving, with 28g protein, 8g carbs, 12g fat, and 3g fiber. Prep 10 min, cook 0 min.
Nutrition per serving
1 serving(s)
260
Calories
28g
Protein
56% DV
8g
Carbs
3% DV
12g
Fat
15% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
📊 260 calories per serving.
🔥 10.8g protein per 100 cal.
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
0 min
Servings
1
Est. Cost
$3.00
Why You’ll Love This
These tuna salad lettuce wraps are the ultimate low-calorie lunch — only 260 calories but 28g of protein. No cooking required, and the crunch from the lettuce makes it incredibly satisfying.
Ingredients
- 1 can (150g) tuna in water, drained
- 4 large butter lettuce leaves
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Juice from ½ lemon
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt, pepper, and fresh dill
Instructions
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Mix the dressing: Combine olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, salt, and pepper.
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Prepare the tuna: Flake the drained tuna into a bowl, add the dressing and toss to coat.
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Wash and dry the lettuce leaves carefully — they need to be sturdy enough to hold the filling.
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Assemble: Place a spoonful of tuna salad in each lettuce leaf, top with tomato pieces.
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Garnish with fresh dill and a crack of black pepper.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 260 kcal |
| Protein | 28g |
| Carbs | 8g |
| Fat | 12g |
| Fiber | 3g |
Tips
- Add creaminess: Mix in 1 tbsp of Greek yogurt instead of mayo.
- Extra crunch: Add diced cucumber or celery to the tuna salad.
- Make it a meal: Serve with a side of fruit for a complete lunch.
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
🧊 Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Freezer
Not recommended for freezing.
Equipment
No heat required
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