Ingredients
— The Tuna Salad —
2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in water, drained well
3 tablespoons mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
1 stalk celery, finely diced
2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish or chopped pickles
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Salt and black pepper to taste
— The Wraps —
2 large flour tortillas (burrito size)
1 cup shredded Cheddar or Swiss cheese
1 tablespoon butter (for frying)
Optional: Sliced tomato or avocado
Instructions
1. **Make the Tuna Salad:** In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, diced celery, red onion, relish, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Use a fork to mix well and break up any large chunks of tuna.
2. **Assemble:** Lay the tortillas flat. Sprinkle ¼ cup of cheese in the center of each tortilla.
3. Top with the tuna salad mixture (and tomato/avocado if using).
4. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top of the tuna. (Placing cheese on both the top and bottom acts as ‘glue’ to hold the wrap together).
5. **Fold:** Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll it up tightly from the bottom like a burrito.
6. **Cook:** Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Place the wraps in the skillet, **seam-side down** first (this seals them shut).
7. Cook for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing down gently with a spatula, until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy and the cheese inside is fully melted.
8. **Serve:** Remove from the pan, slice in half diagonally, and serve hot.
Notes
Avoid Sogginess: Make sure to drain the tuna *very* thoroughly. Excess water is the enemy of a crispy wrap. If adding tomatoes, remove the watery seeds first.
The Cheese Glue: Always put a layer of cheese directly on the tortilla before adding the tuna. As it melts, it fuses the filling to the wrap so it doesn’t fall out when you eat it.
Air Fryer Method: You can air fry these wraps at 375°F (190°C) for 6–8 minutes until crispy, flipping halfway through.
Storage: The tuna salad can be made 2 days in advance. Assemble and cook the wraps right before eating for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American