Description
This Healthy Tuna Salad recipe offers a lighter, delicious alternative to traditional tuna salad by substituting mayonnaise with Greek yogurt. It’s a nutritious, low-fat dish packed with protein and fresh flavors from lemon, dill, and crunchy vegetables. Perfect for a quick lunch or snack, it can be enjoyed on its own, in a sandwich, or on toast.
Ingredients
Dressing
- ⅓ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon dill or parsley, chopped
Main Ingredients
- 2 (5-ounce) cans white albacore tuna in water, drained
- 2 celery stalks, minced
- 2 tablespoons red onion, minced
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and chopped dill or parsley until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add tuna and vegetables: Gently fold in the drained tuna, minced celery, and minced red onion into the dressing mixture, stirring carefully to maintain some texture and prevent the tuna from breaking apart too much.
- Serve: Serve the tuna salad chilled on its own, in a sandwich, or spread on toast for a light and tasty meal.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh parsley if you prefer a milder herb flavor instead of dill.
- For extra crunch, add finely chopped pickles or bell peppers.
- This salad keeps well refrigerated for up to 2 days but is best enjoyed fresh.
- Use white albacore tuna packed in water for a healthier option.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste depending on preference and dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
