Orange Citrus Tuna Salad
Brighten up your lunch routine with this zesty Orange Citrus Tuna Salad, a refreshing twist on a classic favorite. Packed with protein-rich canned tuna, vibrant bursts of fresh orange juice and zest, and a creamy Dijon mustard dressing, this recipe is as flavorful as it is light and healthy. Crunchy celery and red onion add delightful texture, while fresh parsley infuses a subtle herbal note. Ready in just 15 minutes, this tuna salad is perfect for busy days and versatile enough to serve over mixed greens, with crackers, or on toasted bread. Whether you're looking for a quick meal or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, this citrus-infused tuna salad is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna in water
- 1 large fresh orange
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 medium celery stalk
- 0.25 small red onion
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups mixed greens (optional, for serving)
- 1 serving crackers or toasted bread (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Open the canned tuna and drain well. Transfer the tuna to a medium mixing bowl, breaking it up with a fork.
Zest the orange to yield about 1 teaspoon of zest, and then cut the orange in half. Squeeze the juice from one half (approximately 1/4 cup of juice) and set aside. Reserve the other half for garnish or additional juice if needed.
Finely chop the celery and red onion, then add them to the bowl with the tuna.
Chop the parsley finely and add it to the bowl.
In a small separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, orange juice, and orange zest until smooth and well combined.
Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently fold everything together until evenly coated.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting as desired.
Serve the orange citrus tuna salad on a bed of mixed greens, with crackers, or on toasted bread. Optionally, garnish with extra parsley or a slice of fresh orange.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1018 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.0 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 1862 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.9 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.9 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.1 g | ||
| Protein | 88.2 g | 176% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 556 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2584 mg | 55% | |
*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.
