Tuna Salad Lettuce Boats
Mild and creamy tuna salad is spooned into crisp romaine lettuce leaves creating cute edible boats that are light refreshing and completely free of bread. This low-carb option is great for kids who prefer lighter lunches and the fun boat shape makes eating vegetables feel like an adventure.
Creamy tuna salad served in crisp romaine lettuce boats for a light fun and protein-packed school lunchbox meal.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
base
dressing
mix-in
vessel
garnish
Instructions
Make the Tuna Salad
Drain both cans of tuna thoroughly and place in a medium bowl then add the mayonnaise sweet pickle relish and diced red onion and stir everything together until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
Taste and Adjust
Taste the tuna salad and adjust the seasoning by adding a small pinch of salt and pepper if needed then stir once more and refrigerate for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to come together.
Prepare the Lettuce Boats
Select 6 large sturdy romaine lettuce heart leaves that are slightly curved to hold the filling and rinse them under cold water then pat completely dry with paper towels to prevent sogginess.
Fill and Pack
Spoon equal amounts of tuna salad into each lettuce leaf boat and top with a pinch of shredded carrot for color then layer the filled lettuce boats carefully in a flat airtight container with a paper towel underneath.
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