No Mayo Tuna Salad
Say goodbye to heavy, mayonnaise-laden tuna salad with this light and refreshing No Mayo Tuna Salad recipe! Perfectly balanced with creamy Greek yogurt, zesty Dijon mustard, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, this healthier take on a classic dish packs in flavor without the extra calories. Crunchy celery, tangy red onion, and fragrant parsley bring vibrant texture and freshness, while a drizzle of olive oil adds a silky finish. Ready in just 10 minutes and packed with protein, this versatile tuna salad is perfect as a sandwich filling, a salad topper, or a quick stand-alone snack. Easy to make, nutrient-packed, and utterly delicious, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their lunchtime favorites!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 oz canned tuna (in water, drained)
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt (plain, non-fat or full-fat)
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 0.5 cup celery (finely chopped)
- 0.25 cup red onion (finely diced)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
- N/A salt (to taste)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add the drained tuna and use a fork to flake it into small pieces.
Add the Greek yogurt and Dijon mustard to the bowl with the tuna. Stir well to combine.
Fold in the celery, red onion, and fresh parsley, ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Drizzle in the lemon juice and olive oil, then season with black pepper. Add salt to taste.
Mix the salad thoroughly until it reaches the desired consistency.
Serve immediately as a sandwich filling, salad topping, or enjoy it on its own. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
592 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.1 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 1987 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.5 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 78.9 g | 158% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 143 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1217 mg | 26% | |
*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.
