Curry Tuna Salad with Water Chestnuts

Elevate your traditional tuna salad with this flavorful Curry Tuna Salad with Water Chestnuts, a delightful fusion of bold spices and refreshing textures. This creamy, protein-packed recipe combines tender canned tuna with crunchy diced water chestnuts, celery, and zesty green onions, all coated in a velvety dressing of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and fragrant curry powder. A splash of lemon juice brightens the flavors, while a hint of parsley makes for an optional garnish that adds a touch of color and freshness. Perfect for meal prep or lunchtime cravings, this salad comes together in just 15 minutes and can be served chilled as a sandwich filling, paired with crackers, or atop fresh greens. Whether you're looking for a low-carb lunch idea or a quick meal full of bold flavor, this curried tuna salad is sure to become a favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna, drained
• 1 cup water chestnuts, diced
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1.5 teaspoons curry powder
• 2 stalks green onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup celery, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained canned tuna and diced water chestnuts. Use a fork to break up the tuna into smaller pieces if needed.

Step 2

Add the mayonnaise and Greek yogurt to the bowl and mix well until evenly combined.

Step 3

Sprinkle the curry powder over the mixture and fold it in to distribute the flavor evenly.

Step 4

Stir in the green onion, celery, and lemon juice. Mix until all components are evenly distributed and coated with the dressing.

Step 5

Season the salad with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 6

Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

When ready to serve, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if using.

Step 8

Serve chilled as a sandwich filling, with crackers, or over a bed of greens for a refreshing and satisfying meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(841.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1506.0

Total Fat 90.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 231.5mg	0%
Sodium 3093.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 91.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.7g	0%
Total Sugars 16.7g
Protein 83.2g	0%

Vitamin D 759.8IU	0%
Calcium 193.2mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 2588.9mg	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: 53.7%

Protein: 22.0%

Carbs: 24.3%