Healthier Tuna Salad
Lighten up your lunchtime routine with this Healthier Tuna Salad, a protein-packed twist on the classic recipe that swaps mayonnaise for creamy low-fat Greek yogurt. Combining flaky canned tuna with crisp celery, tangy red onion, and zesty fresh parsley, this refreshing salad is elevated with a splash of lemon juice and a hint of Dijon mustard for a bright, flavorful kick. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for meal prep, it’s versatile enough to serve in lettuce wraps, on whole-grain bread, or over mixed greens for a low-carb option. Enjoy a guilt-free and delicious way to power through your day with this wholesome tuna salad that’s rich in flavor, low in calories, and easy to make!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna (packed in water)
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt (low-fat or non-fat)
- 2 stalks celery, finely diced
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups mixed greens or lettuce (optional, for serving)
- 4 slices or pieces whole grain bread, crackers, or wraps (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Open the canned tuna and drain the liquid thoroughly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the tuna, Greek yogurt, diced celery, diced red onion, and chopped parsley.
Add the dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Gently mix all ingredients together until well-combined but still chunky. Adjust seasoning to taste, if needed.
Serve the tuna salad on a bed of mixed greens or lettuce for a low-carb option, or spread it on whole grain bread, crackers, or wraps.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
194 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.2 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 26 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 507 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 25.2 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 93 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 341 mg | 7% | |
*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.
