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Active Time:20 minsTotal Time:1 hr 20 minsServings:4
Active Time:20 mins
Active Time:
20 mins
Total Time:1 hr 20 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 20 mins
Servings:4
Servings:
4
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Jump to recipeGet ready to fall in love with theseTuna Salad Lettuce Wraps. We give this classic salad a fresh twist with crispy bites of chopped apple, onion and celery. These wraps bring on the crunch factor in a big way, plus a host of anti-inflammatory benefits thanks to the tuna and vegetables. We’re all about wrapping this sweet and savory tuna salad in tender butter lettuce leaves, but don’t stop there! Try it piled high on a slice of toasted whole-grain bread, spooned over a crisp green salad, or even paired with crunchy crackers for an afternoon snack. However you enjoy it, this light and satisfying lunch is bound to win you over. Keep reading for our favorite tips and tricks to make these tasty wraps a regular part of your lunch routine!Tips from the EatingWell Test KitchenThese are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too!Sweet onions typically have a less pungent flavor than other onions. If you find raw onion to be too sharp, you can soak the chopped onion in a small bowl of cold water for 10 minutes to mute the flavor.Tarragon has a subtle anise flavor that complements the apples in this salad. If you want to try another herb, basil, chives or parsley will work well.We love the sweet flavor of Fuji apples in this salad. If you want to try another variety, we would recommend another sweet apple, like Honeycrisp or Pink Lady, to balance the flavors.Nutrition NotesCanned tunais a convenient, shelf-stable source of protein. Plus, it’s a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial fats that promote heart health and reduce inflammation that may cause dry eyes. Choose tuna packed in water instead of in oil—it’s just as delicious and lower in calories and added fat.Swapping in creamyplain strained Greek-style yogurtfor some of the mayonnaise in this recipe provides probiotics, good-for-you live bacteria linked to better gut and immune health.Applesadd a nice crunch to this salad. For even more nutrition, we leave on the peels. They’re loaded with filling fiber and inflammation-taming antioxidants!Heami Lee, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christine Keeley
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Get ready to fall in love with theseTuna Salad Lettuce Wraps. We give this classic salad a fresh twist with crispy bites of chopped apple, onion and celery. These wraps bring on the crunch factor in a big way, plus a host of anti-inflammatory benefits thanks to the tuna and vegetables. We’re all about wrapping this sweet and savory tuna salad in tender butter lettuce leaves, but don’t stop there! Try it piled high on a slice of toasted whole-grain bread, spooned over a crisp green salad, or even paired with crunchy crackers for an afternoon snack. However you enjoy it, this light and satisfying lunch is bound to win you over. Keep reading for our favorite tips and tricks to make these tasty wraps a regular part of your lunch routine!Tips from the EatingWell Test KitchenThese are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too!Sweet onions typically have a less pungent flavor than other onions. If you find raw onion to be too sharp, you can soak the chopped onion in a small bowl of cold water for 10 minutes to mute the flavor.Tarragon has a subtle anise flavor that complements the apples in this salad. If you want to try another herb, basil, chives or parsley will work well.We love the sweet flavor of Fuji apples in this salad. If you want to try another variety, we would recommend another sweet apple, like Honeycrisp or Pink Lady, to balance the flavors.Nutrition NotesCanned tunais a convenient, shelf-stable source of protein. Plus, it’s a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial fats that promote heart health and reduce inflammation that may cause dry eyes. Choose tuna packed in water instead of in oil—it’s just as delicious and lower in calories and added fat.Swapping in creamyplain strained Greek-style yogurtfor some of the mayonnaise in this recipe provides probiotics, good-for-you live bacteria linked to better gut and immune health.Applesadd a nice crunch to this salad. For even more nutrition, we leave on the peels. They’re loaded with filling fiber and inflammation-taming antioxidants!Heami Lee, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christine Keeley
Get ready to fall in love with theseTuna Salad Lettuce Wraps. We give this classic salad a fresh twist with crispy bites of chopped apple, onion and celery. These wraps bring on the crunch factor in a big way, plus a host of anti-inflammatory benefits thanks to the tuna and vegetables. We’re all about wrapping this sweet and savory tuna salad in tender butter lettuce leaves, but don’t stop there! Try it piled high on a slice of toasted whole-grain bread, spooned over a crisp green salad, or even paired with crunchy crackers for an afternoon snack. However you enjoy it, this light and satisfying lunch is bound to win you over. Keep reading for our favorite tips and tricks to make these tasty wraps a regular part of your lunch routine!
Tips from the EatingWell Test Kitchen
These are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too!
Nutrition Notes
Heami Lee, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christine Keeley
Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients½cupwhole-milk plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt¼cupmayonnaise1½tablespoonslemon juice1½tablespoonsfinely choppedfresh tarragon1¼teaspoonsDijon mustard½teaspoonsalt¼teaspoonground pepper3(5-ounce) cansno-salt-added water-packed tuna, drained and flaked¾cupfinely chopped unpeeledFuji apple½cupfinelychopped sweet onion¼cupthinly slicedcelery4ouncesbutter lettuceleaves (about16leaves)
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Ingredients
½cupwhole-milk plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt
¼cupmayonnaise
1½tablespoonslemon juice
1½tablespoonsfinely choppedfresh tarragon
1¼teaspoonsDijon mustard
½teaspoonsalt
¼teaspoonground pepper
3(5-ounce) cansno-salt-added water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
¾cupfinely chopped unpeeledFuji apple
½cupfinelychopped sweet onion
¼cupthinly slicedcelery
4ouncesbutter lettuceleaves (about16leaves)
Directions
Whisk ½ cup yogurt, ¼ cup mayonnaise, 1½ tablespoons each lemon juice and tarragon, 1¼ teaspoons mustard, ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Add flaked tuna, ¾ cup apple, ½ cup onion and ¼ cup celery; stir until well combined. Cover and refrigerate until flavors meld, at least 1 hour and up to 4 days. Serve the tuna in lettuce leaves, about 3 to 4 leaves per serving.
To make aheadRefrigerate tuna salad in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Place tuna salad in the lettuce leaves just before serving.
To make ahead
Refrigerate tuna salad in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Place tuna salad in the lettuce leaves just before serving.
Frequently Asked QuestionsThe best canned tunacomes down to personal preference. We recommend tuna packed in water instead of oil to reduce the amount of calories. We also prefer no-salt-added tuna since canned tuna can often be high in salt. If you are looking for a sustainable option, look for tuna with a certified sustainable stamp of approval from the Marine Stewardship Council.
Frequently Asked Questions
The best canned tunacomes down to personal preference. We recommend tuna packed in water instead of oil to reduce the amount of calories. We also prefer no-salt-added tuna since canned tuna can often be high in salt. If you are looking for a sustainable option, look for tuna with a certified sustainable stamp of approval from the Marine Stewardship Council.
EatingWell.com, December 2024
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Nutrition Facts(per serving)259Calories12gFat7gCarbs28gProtein
Nutrition Facts(per serving)
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