Low Fat Homemade Tuna Salad

Fresh, flavorful, and guilt-free, this Low Fat Homemade Tuna Salad is the perfect recipe for a light and healthy meal. Featuring protein-packed canned tuna blended with creamy low-fat Greek yogurt, this salad is a nutritious twist on the classic. Finely chopped celery and red onion add crunch, while Dijon mustard, fresh parsley, and a splash of lemon juice bring vibrant, zesty notes to every bite. Juicy cherry tomatoes and crisp romaine lettuce round out this refreshing dish, great as a standalone salad or filling for wraps and sandwiches. Ready in just 15 minutes and bursting with wholesome ingredients, this low-fat tuna salad is a quick and satisfying option for lunch, meal prep, or a protein-rich snack.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 can (5 ounces each) Canned tuna, drained
• 0.5 cup Low-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 stalk Celery, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna and low-fat Greek yogurt. Mix until the tuna is evenly coated with the yogurt.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped celery and red onion to the tuna mixture. Stir well to combine.

Step 3

Mix in the Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and chopped fresh parsley until all ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Gently fold in the halved cherry tomatoes, taking care not to crush them.

Step 6

Serve the tuna salad over a bed of chopped romaine lettuce, or use it as a filling for sandwiches or wraps.

Step 7

For best results, chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(799.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	566.8

Total Fat 9.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 122.4mg	0%
Sodium 2712.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 31.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.1g	0%
Total Sugars 21.0g
Protein 86.6g	0%

Vitamin D 803.9IU	0%
Calcium 256.0mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 1740.6mg	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: 15.0%

Protein: 62.2%

Carbs: 22.8%