Caprese Tuna Melt Wrap

This Caprese Tuna Melt Wrap takes everything you already love about a classic tuna melt and gives it a Mediterranean upgrade. Pesto instead of mayo, fresh mozzarella instead of cheddar, ripe tomato and basil for that caprese vibe, all pressed in a high-protein wrap until golden and crisp.

Growing up between Paris and summers steeped in Mediterranean cooking, pesto and fresh mozzarella were pantry staples, not fancy additions. Combining them with tuna was one of those happy accidents that immediately became a regular in my rotation. I've made this for rushed weekday lunches, lazy weekend meals, and even packed it for the kids. It never misses.

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Ingredient Notes

Wrap: The wrap is doing double duty here. It's the bread AND it crisps up like a panini when pressed. I use a high-protein wrap. because it holds up better to the moisture from the tomato and doesn't get soggy. A regular flour tortilla works too, but go large so you have enough room to fold without everything spilling out.

Tuna: This is where it's worth being a little picky. I prefer oil-packed tuna. It's richer, more flavorful, and has a better texture than water-packed. Yellowfin is my go-to for something that holds its shape. Whatever you use, drain it thoroughly or your wrap will be wet before it even hits the pan. Albacore tuna fillets are another great option.

Pesto: Pesto is the move here; it replaces mayo entirely and adds herby, garlicky depth that mayo just can't compete with. Store-bought works perfectly fine. If you have homemade, even better. Just make sure it's a good-quality pesto. The flavor carries the whole wrap.

Mozzarella: Not shredded, not block but fresh mozzarella. It melts differently, staying creamy rather than rubbery, and the mild flavor lets the pesto and basil shine. Slice it thin so it melts all the way through when pressed.

Tomato: Slice it thin and pat it dry if your tomato is very juicy. Too much moisture is the enemy of a crispy wrap. Roma tomatoes work great here because they're meatier and less watery than beefsteak.

Spinach: A small handful goes a long way. It wilts down when pressed and adds a fresh, green layer without overpowering the other flavors. Baby spinach is best — no tough stems, no bitterness.

Fresh basil: Don't skip this. Dried basil is not a substitute here — you need fresh. It's what makes this feel like a proper caprese rather than just a tuna wrap with cheese. Add it before pressing so it gently wilts into everything.

Instructions

Full recipe and instructions in the recipe card at the end of post

Step 1: Mix the tuna with pesto until well combined.

Step 2: Layer spinach over the wrap.

Step 3: Spoon the tuna mixture on top.

Step 4: Add sliced tomato, mozzarella and basil.

Step 5: Fold the wrap tightly.

Step 6: Press until golden and melty.

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