Paleo Tuna Salad on Rice Cakes
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this Paleo Tuna Salad on Rice Cakes, a protein-packed, flavorful twist on a classic recipe. Featuring tender chunks of tuna mixed with creamy olive oil mayonnaise, zesty dijon mustard, and freshly squeezed lemon juice, this dish is perfectly balanced with crunchy celery, aromatic red onion, and vibrant fresh dill. Nestled atop Paleo-friendly rice cakes, it creates a light yet satisfying base, while optional avocado slices add an irresistible layer of silky richness. Ready in just 15 minutes and made entirely of clean, wholesome ingredients, this gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is ideal for busy days or meal prep. Perfect for a quick, healthy lunch or snack, this tuna salad is as delicious as it is nutritious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna (packed in water, drained)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 stick celery (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons red onion (finely minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
- 4 pieces rice cakes (Paleo-friendly, unsweetened)
- 0.5 avocado avocado slices (optional, for topping)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the drained tuna and break it apart with a fork.
Mix in the olive oil mayonnaise, dijon mustard, and freshly squeezed lemon juice until fully combined.
Fold in the finely chopped celery, minced red onion, and chopped fresh dill.
Season the tuna salad with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Spread the prepared tuna salad evenly onto the rice cakes.
For added creaminess, top the tuna salad with thin slices of avocado, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy fresh!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
905 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.0 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 114 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 2420 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 77.7 g | 155% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1522 mg | 32% | |
*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.
