Low Carb Albacore Tuna Salad
Dive into the fresh and flavorful world of this Low Carb Albacore Tuna Salad, a perfect light and satisfying meal made with simple, wholesome ingredients. This easy-to-make recipe features protein-packed Albacore tuna paired with crisp celery, zesty red onion, and a creamy dressing of mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and fresh parsley. Served atop large Romaine lettuce leaves, it transforms into a gluten-free, keto-friendly delight ideal for quick lunches, meal prep, or a healthy appetizer option. Ready in just 15 minutes and bursting with vibrant flavors, this low-carb tuna salad combines classic comfort with a modern, health-conscious twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 5-ounce cans Albacore tuna, canned in water
- 2 stalks Celery
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 large Romaine lettuce leaves
Instructions
Drain the canned Albacore tuna and place it in a large mixing bowl. Use a fork to break up any large chunks.
Finely chop the celery stalks and add them to the bowl with the tuna.
Dice the red onion into small pieces and add to the bowl.
In a separate small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice until well combined.
Chop the fresh parsley finely and add to the mayonnaise mixture. Stir to combine.
Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the tuna, celery, and red onion mixture. Stir gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Season the tuna salad with salt and black pepper, adjusting the seasoning as needed to taste.
Place Romaine lettuce leaves on plates and scoop a generous portion of tuna salad onto each leaf.
Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days for flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
858 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.6 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 167 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 2757 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.4 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 80.8 g | 162% | |
| Vitamin D | 14.2 mcg | 71% | |
| Calcium | 74 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 977 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.
