Lemon-Dill Tuna Salad Wraps with Crisp Veggies
Bright and refreshing tuna salad with fresh dill and lemon, wrapped in a soft tortilla with crunchy vegetables for a healthy picnic meal. This american-inspired sandwiches & wraps ready in about 15 minutes pairs canned tuna in water, drained, plain Greek yogurt, mayonnaise for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz canned tuna in water, drained
- 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 celery stalk, finely diced
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup mixed salad greens
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 12 oz canned tuna (drained), 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt, and 2 tbsp mayonnaise, mixing gently to combine.
- Step 2: Stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 finely diced celery stalk, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, and 2 thinly sliced green onions. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper and mix until just combined.
- Step 3: Lay out 4 large flour tortillas on a clean surface. Divide 1 cup mixed salad greens evenly among the tortillas, placing them in the center.
- Step 4: Spoon the tuna salad mixture evenly over the greens on each tortilla.
- Step 5: Fold the sides of each tortilla inwards, then roll tightly from the bottom to form wraps.
- Step 6: Wrap each in parchment paper or foil for easy transport and slice in half diagonally before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Lemon-Dill Tuna Salad Wraps with Crisp Veggies take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Lemon-Dill Tuna Salad Wraps with Crisp Veggies?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep canned tuna in water, drained from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Lemon-Dill Tuna Salad Wraps with Crisp Veggies?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Lemon-Dill Tuna Salad Wraps with Crisp Veggies for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Lemon-Dill Tuna Salad Wraps with Crisp Veggies?
American sandwiches & wraps like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
