Low Sodium Albacore Tuna Salad
Enjoy the perfect combination of nutrition and flavor with our **Low Sodium Albacore Tuna Salad**—a light yet satisfying meal that's ready in just 15 minutes! This heart-healthy recipe swaps out traditional mayonnaise for creamy low-fat Greek yogurt, making it a guilt-free delight. Packed with protein-rich no-salt-added albacore tuna, fresh avocado, crisp celery, and zesty lemon juice, this salad bursts with wholesome ingredients that won’t compromise on taste. A touch of Dijon mustard and freshly ground black pepper adds a tangy kick, while parsley brings a pop of herbal freshness. Serve it atop crunchy romaine lettuce leaves for a low-carb option, or use it as a sandwich filling for a quick lunch. Whether you’re meal prepping or whipping up something healthy in a pinch, this tuna salad is a versatile and delicious way to stay low on sodium without sacrificing flavor. Perfect for heart-conscious eaters, keto enthusiasts, or anyone looking for a nutritious, high-protein meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 5 oz cans Canned albacore tuna, no salt added
- 0.5 cup Low fat Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 stalk Celery, diced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 medium Avocado, diced
- 4 Romaine lettuce leaves
Instructions
Open the cans of albacore tuna and drain the water. Transfer the tuna to a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Add the low-fat Greek yogurt and Dijon mustard to the bowl with the tuna. Mix until the tuna is well coated.
Add the diced celery, chopped red onion, and freshly squeezed lemon juice to the tuna mixture. Stir to combine.
Season the mixture with freshly ground black pepper to taste and mix well.
Fold in the chopped fresh parsley and diced avocado gently to prevent the avocado from becoming mushy.
To serve, spoon the tuna salad onto romaine lettuce leaves. Alternatively, use as a filling for sandwiches or wraps, or serve over a bed of mixed greens.
Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for up to two days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
804 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.6 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 116 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 557 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.8 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 92.3 g | 185% | |
| Vitamin D | 14.2 mcg | 71% | |
| Calcium | 232 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1946 mg | 41% | |
*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.
