Tuna salad wrap
Enjoy a fresh and flavorful Tuna Salad Wrap with crisp red pepper, crunchy cucumber, sweet corn, and lettuce all wrapped in soft tortillas. Perfect for a healthy and delicious meal in minutes!
- 06 Mar 2024
- Cook time 0 min
- Prep time 5 min
- 2 Servings
- 6 Ingredients
Looking for a quick, healthy, and delicious meal? This Tuna Salad Wrap is perfect for a light lunch or dinner that's packed with flavors and nutrition. Using fresh vegetables and protein-rich canned tuna, this recipe is both simple to prepare and satisfying to eat.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Rinse the red pepper and cucumber thoroughly under cold water.
- Dice the red pepper into small, bite-sized pieces.
- Cut the cucumber into thin slices or small cubes, depending on your preference.
- Remove the corn from the cob: Stand the cob upright on a cutting board and run a knife down the sides to strip off the kernels.
- Wash and dry the lettuce leaves.
- Tear or chop the lettuce into smaller pieces.
- Open the can of tuna and drain any excess liquid.
- Place the tuna in a medium-sized bowl and break it apart with a fork.
- In the bowl with the tuna, add the diced red pepper, cucumber pieces, corn kernels, and chopped lettuce.
- Mix all the ingredients together until well combined.
- Lay the tortillas flat on a clean surface or plate.
- Divide the tuna salad mixture equally between the two tortillas, placing it in the center of each.
- Spread the mixture evenly, but leave about an inch of space around the edges for easier wrapping.
6. Wrap It Up:
- Fold in the sides of the tortilla over the filling.
- Starting from one end, roll the tortilla tightly to enclose the filling completely.
- Cut each wrap in half, if desired, and serve immediately.
Tips:
- Drain the tuna well: Make sure to drain the canned tuna thoroughly to avoid a soggy wrap.
- Chop vegetables uniformly: Cut the red pepper, cucumber, and other vegetables into uniform small pieces to ensure even distribution and texture.
- Warm the tortillas: Heating the tortillas briefly in a dry pan or microwave makes them more pliable and easier to wrap.
- Season to taste: Feel free to add salt, pepper, or your favorite seasoning to the tuna mixture to enhance the flavor.
- Prevent sogginess: If you're making the wrap ahead, you can place a layer of lettuce on the tortilla first to create a moisture barrier before adding the tuna salad.
There you have it—a refreshing Tuna Salad Wrap that's easy to make and delicious to eat. This wrap can be enjoyed immediately or packed for a lunch on the go. It's a versatile and nutritious meal that's sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 470 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 310kcal | 12% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 36g | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 36g | 11% |
| Fiber 6g | 16% |
| Sugar 8g | 8% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 3.77g | 4% |
| Saturated 0.78g | 3% |
| Cholesterol 54mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 150ug | 17% |
| Choline 77mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 0.19mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 0.31mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B3 18mg | 110% |
| Vitamin B6 0.86mg | 51% |
| Vitamin B9 70ug | 17% |
| Vitamin B12 4.05ug | 169% |
| Vitamin C 80mg | 91% |
| Vitamin E 1.69mg | 11% |
| Vitamin K 36ug | 29% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 100mg | 8% |
| Copper, Cu 0.24mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 4.06mg | 37% |
| Magnesium, Mg 100mg | 25% |
| Phosphorus, P 440mg | 35% |
| Potassium, K 790mg | 23% |
| Selenium, Se 110ug | 201% |
| Sodium, Na 480mg | 32% |
| Zinc, Zn 2.27mg | 21% |
| Water | |
| Water 390g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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