Sugar-Free Albacore Tuna Salad
Light, refreshing, and packed with protein, this Sugar-Free Albacore Tuna Salad is a wholesome twist on the classic dish. Made with flaky albacore tuna, crisp celery, tangy dill pickles, and a zesty lemon-mayo dressing, this salad is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. The addition of fresh parsley and Dijon mustard enhances the flavor profile, while the absence of added sugar keeps it a guilt-free option. Whether served over a bed of leafy greens, scooped into lettuce wraps, or enjoyed on its own, this 15-minute recipe is an excellent high-protein, low-carb option for lunch or dinner. Ideal for meal prep, it’s as versatile as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) Albacore tuna
- 2 Celery stalks
- 0.25 Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Dill pickles
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 cups Mixed greens or lettuce
Instructions
Drain the albacore tuna cans completely and transfer the tuna to a medium-sized mixing bowl. Flake the tuna with a fork to break up any large chunks.
Dice the celery stalks into small, bite-sized pieces. Finely chop the red onion and dill pickles.
Add the diced celery, chopped red onion, and dill pickles to the bowl with the tuna.
In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard. Whisk until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture. Add the chopped fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Gently toss all the ingredients together until everything is evenly coated with the dressing. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper to taste, if desired.
Serve the tuna salad over a bed of mixed greens or lettuce. Optionally, garnish with additional parsley or a slice of lemon.
Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
928 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.5 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 176 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 2064 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.7 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 84.2 g | 168% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 272 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2277 mg | 48% | |
*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.
