This dish is about simple, honest ingredients that work in harmony. Crispy butter lettuce provides the perfect, refreshing vessel for a creamy, protein-packed tuna salad.
A light, nutrient-dense lunch that skips the heavy bread. Fresh tuna, crunchy celery, and a touch of Dijon come together in silky butter lettuce cups. Perfect for a quick, high-protein meal.
1. Combine the base. In a medium bowl, flake the tuna with a fork until no large chunks remain.
2. Add the aromatics. Fold in the Greek yogurt, mustard, celery, onion, and lemon juice. Season to taste.
3. Prepare the cups. Gently wash and dry your butter lettuce. Ensure they remain cup-shaped.
4. Assemble. Spoon the tuna mixture into the center of each leaf. Serve immediately while cool.
Chill your tuna salad for 30 minutes before serving. It lets the flavors meld and creates a much cleaner, more refined texture inside the lettuce.
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 280 |
| Protein | 32g |
| Fat | 8g |
| Carbs | 6g |
Yes, though Greek yogurt adds more protein and a sharper, fresher tang.
Assemble the cups immediately before eating. Never store pre-filled cups.
Store the tuna mixture in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Prep the lettuce fresh when ready to serve.
Stewart Lucas is the founder of NutriGuide. With over a decade of clinical experience in nutrition, hormone balance, and dietetic consulting, Stewart simplifies home cooking with science-backed diet plans, healthy ingredient hacks, and easy culinary techniques.
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