Low Sodium Tuna Salad on Rice Cakes
Light, nutritious, and packed with flavor, this Low Sodium Tuna Salad on Rice Cakes is the perfect heart-healthy meal or snack. Featuring protein-rich, low sodium canned tuna combined with creamy unsweetened Greek yogurt, crunchy diced celery, tangy Dijon mustard, and a bright splash of freshly squeezed lemon juice, this recipe offers a guilt-free twist on classic tuna salad. Fresh parsley and red onion add vibrant zest, while a sprinkle of black pepper enhances the taste without the need for added salt. Served atop plain rice cakes with an optional topping of crisp cucumber slices, this quick, no-cook dish is ready in just 10 minutes and caters to those seeking a low-sodium, high-protein option. Perfect for busy weekdays or light entertaining, these tuna salad rice cakes deliver wholesome goodness in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (5 oz) low sodium canned tuna (drained)
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt (unsweetened, low fat)
- 2 tablespoons diced celery
- 1 tablespoon diced red onion
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard (low sodium)
- 1.5 teaspoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1 tablespoon parsley (fresh, chopped)
- 4 pieces plain rice cakes
- 0.25 cup sliced cucumber (optional for topping)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the drained low sodium canned tuna.
Using a fork, break the tuna into small flakes for an even consistency.
Add the plain Greek yogurt, diced celery, diced red onion, dijon mustard, freshly squeezed lemon juice, black pepper, and fresh parsley to the bowl.
Gently mix all the ingredients together until well combined. Taste and adjust any flavors if necessary.
Place the plain rice cakes on a serving plate.
Spoon the prepared tuna salad evenly over each rice cake, spreading it gently to cover the surface.
If desired, top each rice cake with sliced cucumber for added freshness and crunch.
Serve immediately and enjoy your low sodium tuna salad on rice cakes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
278 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 2.9 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 363 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.7 g | ||
| Protein | 15.8 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 217 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1383 mg | 29% | |
*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.
