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Camping tools for preparing Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps: mixing bowl, knife, cutting board, and more

Tuna Salad Wraps with Lettuce

Feast Camp
Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps are a light, refreshing, and protein-packed meal perfect for camping. Easy to prepare and customizable to suit any taste.
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Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon or Fork
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Can Opener
  • Cooler with ice packs
  • Reusable Containers or Ziplock Bags

Ingredients
  

Core Ingredients:

  • 2 cans of wild-caught tuna packed in water or oil
  • Romaine or butter lettuce leaves
  • 2 –3 tablespoons mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Optional Add-Ins:

  • Diced celery or pickles
  • Fresh dill or parsley
  • Shredded carrots or diced red onion
  • Dash of hot sauce or seasoning to taste

Substitutions:

  • Mashed chickpeas for a plant-based version
  • Mashed avocado instead of mayo for a dairy-free option

Instructions
 

Prepare Ingredients:

  • Drain the tuna and flake it with a fork.
  • Wash and pat dry the lettuce leaves to maintain crispness.
  • Chop any optional add-ins like celery or herbs.

Mix the Tuna Salad:

  • Combine the tuna, mayo (or Greek yogurt), mustard, and lemon juice in a mixing bowl.
  • Stir in your chosen add-ins and season with salt, pepper, or hot sauce as desired.

Assemble the Wraps:

  • Lay a lettuce leaf flat and spoon a generous amount of tuna salad into the center.
  • Add optional toppings like shredded carrots or fresh herbs for extra flavor.
  • Roll the leaf tightly, folding in the edges for a secure wrap.

Serve or Store:

  • Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
  • Store in an airtight container and keep chilled in a cooler if preparing in advance.