Revolutionary Tuna Salad No Mayonnaise
Say goodbye to heavy, traditional tuna salads and hello to the bold, creamy, and healthy twist of the *Revolutionary Tuna Salad No Mayonnaise*! This guilt-free recipe swaps out the usual mayo for tangy, protein-packed Greek yogurt, giving you a light yet satisfying meal. Enhanced with vibrant Dijon mustard, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of olive oil, every bite is bursting with flavor and freshness. Crunchy celery, sharp red onion, fresh parsley, and briny capers add layers of texture and brightness, making it a delightfully balanced dish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this mayo-free tuna salad is perfect as a hearty sandwich filling, a light wrap, or even a refreshing lettuce cup centerpiece. Ideal for health-conscious eaters and meal preppers, it’s a quick, nutritious, and versatile recipe you'll come back to time and time again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna (drained)
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (plain, unsweetened)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 stalks celery (finely diced)
- 0.25 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons parsley (fresh, chopped)
- 1 tablespoon capers (rinsed and drained)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
In a large bowl, add the drained tuna and flake it with a fork until it is broken into small pieces.
Stir in the plain Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and olive oil until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined.
Add finely diced celery, chopped red onion, parsley, and capers to the bowl and mix well to incorporate all ingredients.
Season the tuna salad with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Let the tuna salad rest in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to marry the flavors.
Serve chilled as a filling for sandwiches or wraps, or enjoy on its own with crackers or fresh lettuce leaves.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
336 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.6 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 2027 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 24.1 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 650 mg | 14% | |
*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.
