Tuna Salad Meal Lite Bleu
Delight in the refreshing flavors of the "Tuna Salad Meal Lite Bleu," a quick and nutritious dish that's perfect for busy days. Featuring protein-packed canned tuna, crisp celery, and bold red onion, this recipe is elevated by a creamy dressing made with tangy Greek yogurt, zesty lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. A vibrant base of baby spinach and sweet cherry tomatoes adds color and crunch, while crumbled bleu cheese provides a rich, savory finish. Ready in just 15 minutes and ideal for lunch or dinner, this light yet satisfying salad can be enjoyed on its own or paired with crackers or whole-grain bread for added texture. Perfect for health-conscious food lovers searching for a low-carb, high-protein option, this dish combines simplicity and gourmet flair in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 5-ounce cans Canned tuna (packed in water)
- 2 stalks Celery, finely diced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely diced
- 4 cups Baby spinach
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup Crumbled bleu cheese
- 2 tablespoons Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 slices Crackers or whole-grain bread (optional, for serving)
Instructions
1. Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and transfer it to a medium-sized mixing bowl.
2. Add the diced celery and red onion to the tuna, gently tossing to combine.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth. This will form the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and mix until everything is evenly coated.
5. Arrange the baby spinach and cherry tomato halves on two serving plates to create a fresh salad base.
6. Spoon the tuna salad mixture onto the spinach and tomatoes, dividing it evenly between the two plates.
7. Sprinkle the crumbled bleu cheese over the top of each salad for a tangy finish.
8. Serve immediately as-is for a light meal, or pair with crackers or whole-grain bread for added texture and heartiness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
995 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.8 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 91 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 3282 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 104.8 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.9 g | ||
| Protein | 43.9 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 576 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1078 mg | 23% | |
*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.
