Easy Peas Y Tuna Salad in Romaine Cups
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this vibrant and wholesome recipe for Easy Peas Y Tuna Salad in Romaine Cups. Featuring protein-packed canned tuna, sweet bursts of thawed peas, and a creamy blend of mayonnaise and Greek yogurt, this no-cook dish is as nutritious as it is satisfying. Fresh lemon juice and Dijon mustard add the perfect zesty kick, while crunchy celery, red onion, and bright parsley bring irresistible texture and freshness. Served in crisp romaine lettuce leaves, these salad cups are a light, low-carb alternative to a traditional sandwich, ideal for quick lunches or healthy appetizers. Ready in just 15 minutes and bursting with flavor, this effortless recipe transforms simple pantry staples into a delicious, crowd-pleasing meal. Perfect for meal preps, picnics, or a refreshing snack!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna
- 1 cup frozen sweet peas
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 stalk celery, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 6 large leaves romaine lettuce leaves
Instructions
1. Place the frozen sweet peas in a bowl and cover them with warm water for 2-3 minutes to thaw. Drain and set aside.
2. Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and place it in a mixing bowl. Flake the tuna with a fork to break it into smaller pieces.
3. Add the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and dijon mustard to the tuna. Stir well to combine.
4. Mix in the thawed peas, diced celery, chopped red onion, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the ingredients are evenly distributed.
5. Wash and dry the romaine lettuce leaves. Lay them flat on a serving plate.
6. Spoon the tuna salad mixture into each romaine lettuce leaf, dividing the filling evenly among the cups.
7. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor and optimal crunch. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
620 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.9 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1733 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.1 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.0 g | ||
| Protein | 29.1 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 140 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1050 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
