Not Your Every Day Tuna Salad Picnic Style

Elevate your picnic game with "Not Your Every Day Tuna Salad Picnic Style" – a zesty and refreshing twist on the classic tuna salad! This recipe combines flaky canned tuna with crisp celery, sweet red bell pepper, bold red onion, and a burst of fresh parsley for a vibrant texture and flavor profile. The creamy dressing, made with a tangy blend of Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice, is seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Serve it on a bed of baby spinach or mixed greens for a light and nourishing option, or pair it with hearty whole-grain or sourdough bread for a more filling meal. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy, no-cook recipe is perfect for outdoor gatherings, meal preps, or work lunches. Whether packed for a picnic or enjoyed at home, this tuna salad is anything but ordinary! Keywords: tuna salad, picnic recipe, healthy tuna salad, no-cook meal, Greek yogurt dressing.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna in water
• 2 stalks celery
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 small red onion
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 0.33 cup mayonnaise
• 0.33 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups baby spinach or mixed greens
• 4 slices whole-grain or sourdough bread slices (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and place it in a large mixing bowl. Use a fork to break it into small, flaky pieces.

Step 2

Finely chop the celery, red bell pepper, and red onion. Add these to the bowl with the tuna.

Step 3

Chop the fresh parsley finely and add it to the mixture for a burst of freshness.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the tuna and vegetable mixture. Gently fold everything together until evenly coated. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 6

To serve picnic style, spread the baby spinach or mixed greens on plates or in serving containers. Top each with a generous scoop of the tuna salad.

Step 7

Optionally, serve with slices of whole-grain or sourdough bread to make sandwiches or use as a side for extra heartiness.

Step 8

Pack the salad in a cooler for your picnic and enjoy this zesty twist to the classic dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(949.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1491.5

Total Fat 69.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 169.8mg	0%
Sodium 3140.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 113.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 20.0g
Protein 98.7g	0%

Vitamin D 117.0IU	0%
Calcium 413.8mg	0%
Iron 10.2mg	0%
Potassium 1932.7mg	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: 42.4%

Protein: 26.7%

Carbs: 30.9%