Healthy Tuna Salad Recipe
Indulge in a refreshing and nutritious Healthy Tuna Salad that’s perfect for any occasion. This dish combines flaky tuna with crisp vegetables and a zesty dressing, delivering an explosion of flavor in every bite. Easy to prepare and versatile, you can enjoy it on its own, in sandwiches, or atop salads. Whip up this delightful salad for a quick lunch or light dinner that will impress your family and friends!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 can (5 oz) high-quality tuna in water, drained
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prep Your Ingredients: Gather ingredients at room temperature. Rinse the canned tuna under cold water until fully drained.
- 2. Mix the Base: In a large bowl, combine drained tuna and Greek yogurt; stir until creamy.
- 3. Add Crunchy Veggies: Fold in chopped celery, diced red onion, and halved cherry tomatoes until evenly distributed.
- 4. Squeeze Some Zest: Drizzle fresh lemon juice over the mixture; stir to incorporate.
- 5. Season It Up: Add salt and pepper to taste along with fresh dill or parsley; mix gently.
- 6. Toss & Serve: Chill before serving or enjoy immediately by scooping onto whole-grain bread for sandwiches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 50mg