Dairy-Free Albacore Tuna Salad
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this vibrant and creamy Dairy-Free Albacore Tuna Salad! Packed with protein-rich albacore tuna and crunchy diced celery, red onion, and dill pickle, this salad brings bold textures and refreshing flavors together in just 15 minutes. Dairy-free mayonnaise, a splash of zesty lemon juice, and aromatic fresh dill perfectly complement Dijon mustard for a tangy, delicious dressing that’s completely lactose-free. Seasoned to perfection with salt and black pepper, this light yet satisfying recipe is ideal for meal prep, quick lunches, or healthy snacks. Serve it chilled on a bed of greens, tucked into a sandwich, or scooped onto crackers for a versatile dish that’s perfect for anyone seeking a nutritious and dairy-free alternative to classic tuna salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 5-ounce cans canned albacore tuna
- 1 cup dairy-free mayonnaise
- 2 medium celery stalks
- 0.5 small red onion
- 1 large dill pickle
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Open the canned albacore tuna and drain the water or oil.
In a mixing bowl, flake the tuna with a fork to your desired consistency.
Dice the celery stalks and red onion finely, and add them to the bowl with the tuna.
Chop the dill pickle and fresh dill, adding them to the mixture.
In a small bowl, combine the dairy-free mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Stir until smooth.
Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the tuna and vegetables.
Sprinkle the salt and black pepper over the top.
Gently fold the ingredients together until the tuna is well-coated and the salad is mixed evenly.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if necessary.
Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate it for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2021 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 183.3 g | 235% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.4 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 103 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 5372 mg | 234% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 74.5 g | 149% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 148 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 964 mg | 21% | |
*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.
