Crazy Awesome Tuna Salad

Brighten up your lunch routine with this Crazy Awesome Tuna Salad—a flavor-packed twist on the classic recipe! This quick and easy tuna salad combines protein-rich canned tuna with a creamy mix of mayonnaise and tangy Greek yogurt for a lighter, healthier touch. Fresh pops of flavor come from finely chopped celery, red onion, and a dash of pickle relish, while a squeeze of lemon juice adds the perfect zing. Finished with fresh parsley and a pinch of paprika for garnish, this versatile salad is ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for sandwiches, wraps, crackers, or even as a stand-alone dish. Whether you're meal-prepping or whipping up a quick bite, this tuna salad is bound to become a go-to favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cans canned tuna (packed in water)
• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 1 stalk celery (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons red onion (finely diced)
• 1 tablespoon pickle relish
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon paprika (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Open the canned tuna and drain the water completely.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and dijon mustard. Stir until well blended.

Step 3

Add the drained tuna to the bowl and break it into smaller chunks with a fork.

Step 4

Mix in the chopped celery, diced red onion, pickle relish, and parsley. Stir gently to ensure even distribution.

Step 5

Add the lemon juice, kosher salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 6

Sprinkle paprika on top as a garnish if desired.

Step 7

Serve immediately on sandwiches, wraps, crackers, or enjoy it on its own. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(455.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	732.7

Total Fat 37.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 148.1mg	0%
Sodium 1506.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 20.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g	0%
Total Sugars 7.4g
Protein 77.2g	0%

Vitamin D 226.8IU	0%
Calcium 101.9mg	0%
Iron 3.5mg	0%
Potassium 755.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.4%

Protein: 42.5%

Carbs: 11.1%