Keto Classic Tuna Fish Salad
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this **Keto Classic Tuna Fish Salad**, a low-carb twist on the beloved classic. Packed with protein-rich canned tuna and a creamy blend of mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of flavors. Crunchy diced celery, tangy dill pickles, and a sprinkle of fresh dill give each bite a refreshing zest, while red onion and black pepper provide just the right amount of kick. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook keto-friendly dish is perfect for busy days and can be enjoyed on its own, in crisp lettuce wraps, or on your favorite low-carb bread. Simple, satisfying, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this tuna salad will quickly become a keto staple!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz canned tuna in water
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 stalks celery
- 1/4 red onion
- 2 small dill pickles
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp fresh dill
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Begin by draining the canned tuna well to remove excess water. Place the tuna in a medium mixing bowl.
Finely chop the celery stalks and the red onion. Add them to the bowl with tuna.
Chop the dill pickles into small pieces and add them to the mixture.
Add the mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard to the bowl.
Finely chop the fresh dill and add it along with the salt and black pepper.
Gently mix all the ingredients together until well-combined.
Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.
Refrigerate the salad for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, or serve immediately.
Enjoy the tuna salad on its own, in lettuce wraps, or atop keto-friendly bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1268 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.8 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.9 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 164 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 2665 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.2 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.5 g | ||
| Protein | 89.9 g | 180% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.8 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 95 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1261 mg | 27% | |
*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.
