Crunchy Tuna Walnut Salad

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Elevate your lunchtime routine with this irresistibly fresh and protein-packed Crunchy Tuna Walnut Salad. Featuring tender chunks of canned tuna, the satisfying crunch of chopped walnuts, and a vibrant mix of diced celery, red bell pepper, and red onion, this salad is a perfect harmony of flavor and texture. Tossed in a zesty, creamy dressing made with Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and a splash of lemon juice, it’s a guilt-free dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile recipe makes an ideal light lunch or a hearty salad to serve over baby spinach or mixed greens. Packed with omega-3s, fiber, and fresh veggies, this wholesome salad is perfect for meal prep or a quick, healthy dinner.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 15 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 2 cans Canned tuna (in water)
• 1 cup Walnuts
• 2 whole Celery stalks
• 1 whole Red bell pepper
• 0.5 whole Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups Baby spinach or mixed greens

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Flake the tuna with a fork to break up any large chunks.

2. Roughly chop the walnuts into small pieces for a crunchy texture and add them to the bowl with the tuna.

3. Dice the celery stalks, red bell pepper, and red onion into small, even pieces. Add the diced vegetables to the mixing bowl.

4. Finely chop the fresh parsley and stir it into the salad for a burst of freshness.

5. In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

6. Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently toss everything together until evenly coated. Be careful not to mash the ingredients as you mix.

7. Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper, if desired.

8. Serve the Crunchy Tuna Walnut Salad over a bed of baby spinach or mixed greens for a healthy and satisfying meal. Optionally, garnish with additional parsley or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (197.1g)

Calories		348
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		27.4 g	35%
	Saturated Fat	3.2 g	16%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		33 mg	11%
Sodium		612 mg	27%
Total Carbohydrate		7.7 g	3%
	Dietary Fiber	3.2 g	11%
	Total Sugars	2.8 g
Protein		21.7 g	43%
Vitamin D		1.7 mcg	8%
Calcium		72 mg	6%
Iron		2.6 mg	14%
Potassium		503 mg	11%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 982 cal (67.7%%)

Protein: 345 cal (23.8%%)

Carbs: 123 cal (8.5%%)