Tuna Delight
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this irresistible Tuna Delight, a versatile and protein-packed recipe that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Combining tender, flaky canned tuna with creamy mayonnaise, tangy Greek yogurt, and a touch of Dijon mustard, this dish achieves the perfect balance of rich and zesty. Crunchy celery, sharp red onion, and a splash of fresh lemon juice bring added layers of flavor and texture, while a sprinkle of parsley ties it all together. Serve this delicious tuna salad cold over a bed of crisp mixed greens for a refreshing low-carb option, or spread it onto whole-grain bread for hearty sandwiches. Perfect for meal prep or a quick, healthy snack, this Tuna Delight recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite in your recipe collection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 5 oz cans canned tuna (in water)
- 0.333 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 0.333 cup celery, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups mixed greens or lettuce
- 4 slices whole-grain bread or crackers
Instructions
Open the canned tuna and drain any excess water. Transfer the tuna to a medium-sized mixing bowl and flake it with a fork.
Add the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and dijon mustard to the tuna, stirring well to combine until creamy.
Fold in the chopped celery, diced red onion, lemon juice, parsley, black pepper, and salt. Mix thoroughly to incorporate the flavors.
Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary by adding a pinch more salt or lemon juice for added zest.
Lay mixed greens or lettuce onto your serving plate or bowl to create a bed for the tuna mixture.
Scoop the tuna salad onto the bed of greens. Alternatively, spread it over whole-grain bread slices to make tuna sandwiches or serve alongside crackers for a light snack.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to two hours to allow flavors to meld. Enjoy your Tuna Delight cold for the best experience!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1524 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.0 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 187 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 2493 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 120.2 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.6 g | ||
| Protein | 100.7 g | 201% | |
| Vitamin D | 14.0 mcg | 70% | |
| Calcium | 532 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 2214 mg | 47% | |
*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.
