Quick Portuguese Tuna Salad Wraps — FamilyPlate recipe🥗

Quick Portuguese Tuna Salad Wraps

A delicious and quick lunch option featuring tuna, veggies, and a Portuguese twist, perfect for kids' tastes!

🇵🇹 Portuguese
👶 Kid Friendly

✨ Created by a FamilyPlate user

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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Difficulty
easy
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Meal Type
lunch
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Cooking Style
Kid-Friendly

Nutrition (per serving)

250kcal
Calories
20g
Protein
8g
Carbs
15g
Fat

Ingredients

  • 1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup diced bell peppers (red and green)
  • 1/4 cup diced cucumber
  • 1/4 cup corn (canned or frozen)
  • 4 large lettuce leaves (for wraps)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Paprika for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, olive oil, and lemon juice. Mix well until creamy.

  2. 2

    Add the diced bell peppers, cucumber, and corn to the bowl. Stir until the veggies are evenly distributed.

  3. 3

    Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of paprika to taste. Give it one final mix.

  4. 4

    Lay out the lettuce leaves on a clean surface. Spoon the tuna mixture onto each leaf, creating wraps.

  5. 5

    Wrap the lettuce around the filling to encase it, or secure with a toothpick if desired.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately as a fresh and light lunch option.

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