These Tuna Salad Lettuce Cups are a refreshing and healthy snack option that is easy to prepare. Made with canned tuna, crisp lettuce, and a few simple ingredients, they make for a light meal or a satisfying snack.
This recipe is perfect for those looking for a quick and nutritious dish. The combination of flavors and textures in these Tuna Salad Lettuce Cups will keep you coming back for more.
Quick and Easy Tuna Salad Lettuce Cups
These Tuna Salad Lettuce Cups feature a flavorful tuna salad made with mayonnaise, celery, and spices, all served in crisp lettuce leaves. The recipe takes about 15 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna, drained
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 head of romaine or butter lettuce, leaves separated
- Optional toppings: diced tomatoes, chopped green onions, or pickles
Instructions
- Prepare the Tuna Salad: In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, chopped celery, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
- Assemble the Lettuce Cups: Take a lettuce leaf and spoon a generous amount of the tuna salad into the center of the leaf.
- Add Toppings: If desired, top with diced tomatoes, chopped green onions, or pickles for extra flavor.
- Serve: Enjoy the tuna salad lettuce cups immediately as a refreshing snack or light meal.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 cups
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
