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healthy tuna salad

Healthy Tuna Salad You'll Crave: Light & Creamy Twist

This healthy tuna salad, featuring Greek yogurt, is a delightful and nutritious option that'll keep you satisfied.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Substitution: regular yogurt or sour cream
  • 1/2 cup Lemon Juice Use vinegar if lemon is unavailable
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Substitution: yellow mustard
  • to taste Salt Adjust based on dietary needs
  • to taste Black Pepper Freshly ground preferred
Salad
  • 1 12-ounce can White Albacore Tuna (in water) Ensure drained properly
  • 1/2 cup Celery Substitution: chopped pickles or apples
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Substitution: green onions offered instead
  • 1/4 cup Dill or Parsley Any fresh herbs can work

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  2. Add the drained tuna, celery, and red onion to the bowl and gently stir until everything is coated.
  3. Fold in the dill or parsley, being careful not to break up the tuna too much.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 19gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best served cold. Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days.

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