Paleo Classic Tuna Fish Salad
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this *Paleo Classic Tuna Fish Salad*, a healthy twist on a timeless favorite. Packed with protein from wild-caught canned tuna and bursting with fresh flavors from crunchy celery, zesty lemon juice, and fragrant parsley, this tuna salad is as nutritious as it is delicious. Instead of traditional mayo, creamy avocado oil mayonnaise keeps it paleo-friendly and adds a wholesome richness. Served on crisp romaine lettuce leaves, this 15-minute, no-cook recipe makes for a light yet satisfying meal that’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and perfect for anyone following a paleo lifestyle. Whether enjoyed as a quick lunch or a refreshing dinner, this dish is a perfect balance of simplicity and flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 oz Canned tuna (water-packed, preferably wild-caught)
- 2 medium Celery stalks, chopped
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 cup Avocado oil mayonnaise
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 8 large Romaine lettuce leaves
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and place it in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Add the chopped celery, red onion, and fresh parsley to the bowl with the tuna.
In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and avocado oil mayonnaise, whisking until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently stir to combine all the ingredients.
Season the salad with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
If desired, adjust the seasoning or add more lemon juice for extra tang.
Serve the tuna salad scooped onto large romaine lettuce leaves as a wrap.
Enjoy immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to two days for best freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
791 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.5 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 2512 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.6 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 75.9 g | 152% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1097 mg | 23% | |
*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.
