Quick Tuna and Raisins Salad
Elevate your lunch game with this Quick Tuna and Raisins Salad—a light, nutritious, and flavor-packed dish that’s ready in just 10 minutes! This unique salad combines the creamy goodness of mayonnaise and Greek yogurt with the sweet pop of golden raisins, crunchy diced celery, and zesty red onion, all perfectly balanced with a splash of fresh lemon juice. Serve it atop crisp mixed greens or lettuce for a refreshing meal, with the option to add juicy cherry tomatoes for an extra burst of color and freshness. Whether you're prepping a quick work-from-home lunch or seeking a healthy, no-cook recipe, this tuna salad will impress with its incredible blend of sweet and savory flavors. Perfect as a satisfying low-carb meal or as a topping for crackers, this dish is a must-try for busy days!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (5 oz) canned tuna (drained)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons golden raisins
- 1 stalk celery (diced)
- 2 tablespoons red onion (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups mixed greens or lettuce
- 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes (halved, optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the drained canned tuna and gently flake it apart with a fork.
Stir in the mayonnaise and Greek yogurt until the mixture is well combined and creamy.
Add the golden raisins, diced celery, and finely chopped red onion to the bowl. Mix until evenly distributed.
Pour in the lemon juice and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Stir to combine and adjust seasoning to taste.
Prepare serving plates by arranging the mixed greens or lettuce as a base.
Spoon the tuna salad mixture over the greens.
Optional: Garnish with halved cherry tomatoes for extra freshness and color.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
393 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.3 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 42 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 849 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.9 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.1 g | ||
| Protein | 14.7 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 208 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1029 mg | 22% | |
*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.
