Healthy Tuna Salad
Enjoy a refreshing and nutritious healthy tuna salad that combines tender chunks of tuna with crisp vegetables and a light creamy dressing. This vibrant dish is perfect for lunch, picnics, or potlucks, offering a delightful burst of flavor in every bite. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s a customizable meal that suits various tastes and preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (5 oz) chunk light tuna in water, drained
- 1 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley or dill), chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by draining the canned tuna and flaking it into a bowl.
- Finely chop the celery and red onion; add them to the bowl with the tuna.
- In a separate bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
- Gently fold the dressing into the tuna mixture until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve in bowls or on plates, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg