Jessica's Tuna Nut Salad

Elevate your salad game with Jessica's Tuna Nut Salad, a deliciously unique twist on the classic tuna salad that's bursting with texture and flavor! Combining tender chunks of canned tuna with the crisp crunch of celery, roasted almonds, and walnuts, this recipe adds a delightful nutty dimension to every bite. The creamy dressing, made with a tangy blend of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and freshly squeezed lemon juice, is perfectly balanced with fresh parsley and a hint of black pepper. Ready in just 15 minutes, this protein-packed dish is a versatile option for a quick lunch, a light dinner, or a healthy meal prep staple. Serve it on a bed of mixed greens, in a sandwich, or alongside crackers for a refreshing and satisfying treat. Discover why this tuna salad is more than just a lunchtime favorite—it's a new mealtime essential!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

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 celery (diced)
• 0.25 cup red onion (finely chopped)
• 0.5 cup roasted almonds (chopped)
• 0.25 cup walnuts (roughly chopped)
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt (plain)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
• 2 cups mixed greens or lettuce (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Open the canned tuna, drain the liquid, and transfer the tuna into a medium mixing bowl. Break up the chunks lightly with a fork.

Step 2

Add the diced celery and finely chopped red onion to the bowl with the tuna.

Step 3

Stir in the roasted almonds and chopped walnuts for extra crunch and flavor.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and freshly squeezed lemon juice until smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently stir to combine everything thoroughly.

Step 6

Mix in the fresh parsley, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary.

Step 7

Chill the tuna salad in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes if desired, to let the flavors meld together.

Step 8

Serve on a bed of mixed greens or lettuce, in a sandwich, or with crackers for a refreshing and satisfying meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(656.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1551.1

Total Fat 135.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 139.2mg	0%
Sodium 1249.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 56.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.1g	0%
Total Sugars 11.4g
Protein 38.0g	0%

Vitamin D 45.4IU	0%
Calcium 354.8mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 1608.7mg	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: 76.5%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 14.0%