High Protein Classic Tuna Fish Salad

Elevate your lunchtime game with this High Protein Classic Tuna Fish Salad, a wholesome and flavor-packed twist on a beloved classic. Made with protein-rich canned tuna, creamy Greek yogurt, and perfectly balanced mayonnaise, this salad is an ideal mix of healthy and indulgent. Finely chopped celery and red onion add satisfying crunch, while a touch of Dijon mustard and sweet pickle relish bring a tangy kick. Fresh parsley and hard-boiled eggs enhance the richness, and a splash of lemon juice brightens every bite. Served atop crisp lettuce leaves and garnished with juicy cherry tomatoes, this easy no-cook recipe is perfect for meal prep, light lunches, or a guilt-free high-protein snack. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile tuna salad is a perfect blend of nutrition and taste, sure to become a staple in your recipe rotation!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 5-ounce cans Canned tuna
• 0.5 cups Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 Celery stalk, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon Sweet pickle relish
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 Hard-boiled eggs, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 8 pieces Lettuce leaves

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned tuna thoroughly. Place the tuna in a medium-sized mixing bowl and use a fork to flake it apart.

Step 2

Add Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard to the bowl and mix until the tuna is well coated.

Step 3

Stir in the chopped celery, red onion, sweet pickle relish, and lemon juice. Mix well to combine.

Step 4

Gently fold in the chopped hard-boiled eggs and freshly chopped parsley.

Step 5

Season the mixture with salt and black pepper according to taste.

Step 6

Arrange lettuce leaves on a serving dish and spoon the tuna salad over the top, distributing evenly across the leaves.

Step 7

Scatter cherry tomatoes over the salad for a burst of color and additional flavor.

Step 8

Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days to allow the flavors to meld together.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(703.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	643.2

Total Fat 37.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 434.3mg	0%
Sodium 2174.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 32.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.2g	0%
Total Sugars 17.0g
Protein 38.9g	0%

Vitamin D 201.4IU	0%
Calcium 245.4mg	0%
Iron 3.9mg	0%
Potassium 1237.6mg	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: 54.2%

Protein: 25.0%

Carbs: 20.9%