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Healthy Tuna Salad Recipe

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  • Author: Evelyn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-cook

Description

This Healthy Tuna Salad is a light and nutritious twist on the classic, using Greek yogurt and avocado oil mayo for a creamy and flavorful experience. Packed with protein and fresh ingredients, it’s perfect for sandwiches, salads, or a quick snack.


Ingredients

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  • 4 x 6 ounce cans tuna, packed in water
  • 2 small dill pickles, diced
  • 1 large celery rib, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, minced
  • 1 garlic clove, grated
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (2%+ fat)
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise (I use avocado oil mayo)

Instructions

  1. Drain Tuna: Drain the tuna cans well. Press hard onto the lid while draining to remove as much water as possible.
  2. Flake Tuna: Transfer the drained tuna to a large bowl and separate it into flakes with a fork.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Add diced pickles, celery, minced red onion, grated garlic, lemon juice or vinegar, salt, pepper, Greek yogurt, and mayo to the bowl.
  4. Mix and Chill: Stir well with a fork until all ingredients are combined. Refrigerate before serving.
  5. Serve: Serve cold in a sandwich or over lettuce leaves.

Notes

  • Make Ahead: Tuna salad tastes best cold. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor.
  • Store: Refrigerate tightly covered for up to 5 days.
  • Canned Tuna: Use canned light tuna packed in water. Albacore tuna has a milder “fishy” taste and a firmer texture, while light tuna has a stronger flavor. Chunky tuna is often more cost-effective.
  • Mayo and Yogurt: Avocado oil mayo and Greek yogurt with at least 2% fat provide the best flavor and texture. Mayo can be omitted if preferred

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 110kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 384 mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 28mg