Low Fat Homemade Tuna Salad
Transform your lunch with this light and refreshing Low Fat Homemade Tuna Salad, a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite! Packed with protein-rich canned tuna and creamy low-fat Greek yogurt, this salad swaps heavy mayo for a healthier base without sacrificing flavor. Fresh celery and red onion add a satisfying crunch, while Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and parsley brighten every bite. Topped with juicy cherry tomatoes and served over crisp romaine lettuce, this easy, no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes and is perfect for meal prep, sandwiches, or wraps. Enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal that’s low on calories but high on taste—perfect for healthy living!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 can (5 ounces each) Canned tuna, drained
- 0.5 cup Low-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 stalk Celery, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna and low-fat Greek yogurt. Mix until the tuna is evenly coated with the yogurt.
Add the finely chopped celery and red onion to the tuna mixture. Stir well to combine.
Mix in the Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and chopped fresh parsley until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Gently fold in the halved cherry tomatoes, taking care not to crush them.
Serve the tuna salad over a bed of chopped romaine lettuce, or use it as a filling for sandwiches or wraps.
For best results, chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
144 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.4 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 626 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.4 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 21.7 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 65 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 474 mg | 10% | |
*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.
