Keto Homemade Tuna Salad

Elevate your low-carb meal prep with this delicious Keto Homemade Tuna Salad! Packed with protein-rich canned tuna, creamy mayonnaise, and crisp, finely chopped celery, this quick and easy recipe is bursting with flavor and texture. A zesty twist of lemon juice, a dash of Dijon mustard, and the tangy crunch of dill pickles make this tuna salad anything but ordinary, while fresh parsley ties it all together with a herby finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this keto-friendly dish is perfect for lunch or a light dinner. Serve it stuffed in creamy avocado halves for extra healthy fats, or wrap it in crisp romaine lettuce leaves for a refreshing, low-carb alternative to bread. Whether you're meal prepping for the week or whipping up a satisfying snack, this versatile, gluten-free recipe is a must-try for any keto lifestyle!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cans (5 oz each), drained Canned tuna
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 stalk, finely chopped Celery
• 0.25 cup, finely chopped Red onion
• 2 tablespoons, finely chopped Dill pickles
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 whole, optional for serving Avocado
• 4 leaves, optional for serving Romaine lettuce leaves

Directions

Step 1

Open the canned tuna, drain the liquid, and transfer the tuna into a medium-sized mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the mayonnaise, chopped celery, red onion, and dill pickles to the bowl with the tuna.

Step 3

Stir in the lemon juice and dijon mustard, incorporating all ingredients thoroughly.

Step 4

Season the mixture with salt and ground black pepper.

Step 5

Add the freshly chopped parsley and mix until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your preference.

Step 7

Serve the tuna salad as desired: fill halves of ripe avocados for added healthy fats or wrap the mixture in romaine lettuce leaves for a crispy keto-friendly option.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(705.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1480.6

Total Fat 112.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 217.7mg	0%
Sodium 1950.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.2g	0%
Total Sugars 4.9g
Protein 77.7g	0%

Vitamin D 226.8IU	0%
Calcium 92.7mg	0%
Iron 4.5mg	0%
Potassium 1792.2mg	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: 67.4%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 11.9%