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Quick Mediterranean Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps

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A fresh, light, and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired tuna salad wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves, perfect for a quick and healthy summer meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cans (5 oz / 142 g each) canned tuna, preferably packed in olive oil
  • 8 large romaine or butter lettuce leaves, washed and dried
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/3 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • 1 small cucumber, diced
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt (or dairy-free coconut yogurt)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: pinch of dried oregano or splash of red wine vinegar

Instructions

  1. Drain the tuna cans, leaving a little oil or water for moisture. Transfer tuna to a medium mixing bowl and gently flake with a fork (about 2 minutes).
  2. Halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, finely chop red onion, slice Kalamata olives, chop parsley, and mince garlic (about 5 minutes).
  3. Add Greek yogurt, extra virgin olive oil, and fresh lemon juice to the tuna. Stir gently to combine, keeping the mixture creamy but chunky (1-2 minutes).
  4. Fold in the prepared tomatoes, cucumber, olives, red onion, parsley, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste and mix evenly (1-2 minutes).
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with more lemon juice, salt, or olive oil as needed (1 minute).
  6. Lay lettuce leaves flat on a serving platter or plates. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of tuna salad onto each leaf.
  7. Serve immediately to keep lettuce crisp. If preparing ahead, keep tuna salad and lettuce leaves separate until serving.

Notes

Do not overmix the tuna to keep the salad chunky. Use olive oil-packed tuna for richer flavor or add extra olive oil if using water-packed tuna. Chill the salad for 15-20 minutes before serving for better flavor melding but keep lettuce separate to avoid sogginess. Add lemon juice gradually to brighten flavors. Optional additions include dried oregano, red wine vinegar, or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick. Variations include swapping tuna for chickpeas or tofu for a vegan version, or adding quinoa or hard-boiled eggs for extra protein.

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Keywords: tuna salad, lettuce wraps, Mediterranean, healthy lunch, quick recipe, summer recipe, low carb, keto friendly, gluten free

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