Citrus Tuna Salad
Bright, zesty, and packed with wholesome flavors, this Citrus Tuna Salad is a refreshing twist on a classic dish. Featuring tender chunks of canned tuna tossed in a vibrant citrus vinaigrette made with orange zest, fresh orange and lemon juice, and a hint of honey and Dijon mustard, this salad bursts with tangy-sweet notes in every bite. Crunchy celery, finely diced red onion, and fresh parsley add texture and herby freshness, while optional toppings like creamy avocado and crisp cucumber elevate its flavor and nutrition. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is perfect for quick lunches, light dinners, or meal prep. Serve it atop mixed greens, in a wrap, or as a filling for sandwiches for a healthy, versatile meal everyone will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna (in water)
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 3 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 stalks celery (chopped)
- 0.25 cup red onion (finely diced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 0.5 whole sliced avocado (optional)
- 0.5 cup sliced cucumber (optional)
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna and transfer it to a mixing bowl. Flake it gently with a fork.
In a small bowl, whisk together the orange zest, orange juice, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. This is your citrus vinaigrette.
Add the celery, red onion, and parsley to the tuna. Pour the citrus vinaigrette over the mixture and gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper as needed.
Serve the citrus tuna salad on a bed of mixed salad greens. Optionally, top with sliced avocado and cucumber for added texture and flavor.
Enjoy as is, or use as a filling for sandwiches or in lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
563 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.8 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 1597 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.2 g | ||
| Protein | 21.0 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 166 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1540 mg | 33% | |
*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.
