Tempting Tuna Salad
Brighten up your lunch routine with this Tempting Tuna Salad, a protein-packed dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfectly balanced with creamy mayonnaise and tangy Greek yogurt, this easy tuna salad recipe gets a zesty lift from freshly squeezed lemon juice and Dijon mustard. Crunchy celery, dill pickles, and finely diced red onions add vibrant textures, while fresh parsley brings a pop of herbaceous flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes and without a stove in sight, this versatile salad can be served over crispy lettuce, sandwiched between slices of bread, or paired with your favorite crackers for a satisfying snack. Make it ahead to let the flavors mingle, and enjoy a light, wholesome meal any day of the week! Ideal for quick lunches or meal prepping, this flavorful recipe will have everyone coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna (in water or oil, drained)
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt (plain)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 cup celery (finely chopped)
- 0.25 cup red onion (finely diced)
- 2 tablespoons dill pickle (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 cups mixed greens or lettuce leaves
- 2 pieces bread slices or crackers (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and transfer to a medium mixing bowl. Use a fork to flake the tuna into smaller pieces.
Add the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and lemon juice to the bowl with the tuna. Stir until well combined to create a creamy base.
Fold in the finely chopped celery, red onion, dill pickle, and fresh parsley. Mix gently to ensure even distribution.
Stir in the Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper, adjusting the seasoning to taste.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the tuna salad for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the tuna salad chilled over a bed of mixed greens or lettuce leaves. Optionally, scoop onto bread slices or pair with crackers for a heartier meal.
Enjoy immediately or store the leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
999 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.4 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 160 mg | 53% | |
| Sodium | 2059 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.9 g | ||
| Protein | 82.9 g | 166% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 200 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1359 mg | 29% | |
*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.
