Scotus Tuna Salad
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this refreshing and protein-packed Scotus Tuna Salad! Combining tender chunks of tuna with a creamy blend of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and zesty Dijon mustard, this recipe gets an extra burst of brightness from freshly squeezed lemon juice. Finely chopped celery, red onion, diced cucumber, and parsley add a satisfying crunch and herby freshness, while optional cherry tomatoes bring a pop of juicy sweetness. Perfectly balanced with just the right seasoning of salt and black pepper, this versatile salad can be enjoyed as a light meal served over baby spinach or mixed greens, or as a flavorful snack atop whole-grain crackers or toasted bread. Ready in just 15 minutes and packed with nutritious ingredients, the Scotus Tuna Salad is ideal for quick lunches, meal prep, or even a polished appetizer for gatherings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 ounces each) Canned tuna (in water or oil, drained)
- 3 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt (plain, unsweetened)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 stalk Celery (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Red onion (finely diced)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 small Cucumber (seeded and diced)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved, optional)
- 2 cups Baby spinach or mixed greens
- optional Whole grain crackers or toasted bread
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, add the drained canned tuna. Use a fork to gently break up the chunks into smaller pieces.
Add the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice to the bowl. Mix well until the ingredients are evenly combined.
Stir in the finely chopped celery, diced red onion, fresh parsley, and diced cucumber. Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well incorporated.
Season the salad with salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
If using, gently fold in the halved cherry tomatoes to add a pop of color and extra flavor.
Serve the tuna salad over a bed of baby spinach or mixed greens for a light and nutritious meal. Alternatively, scooping it onto whole-grain crackers or toasted bread makes for an excellent snack or sandwich filling.
Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days in an airtight container for a refreshing, ready-to-eat meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
881 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.5 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 146 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 1936 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.5 g | ||
| Protein | 81.7 g | 163% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 207 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1829 mg | 39% | |
*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.
