Not Your Mamma's Tuna Salad

Elevate your lunch game with "Not Your Mamma's Tuna Salad," a fresh and flavorful twist on the classic recipe. This protein-packed dish combines tender albacore tuna with a creamy yet tangy dressing made from Greek yogurt, a touch of mayo, and a splash of zesty lemon juice. Crunchy celery, briny capers, tangy dill pickles, and fragrant fresh herbs add layers of texture and bold flavor, while Dijon mustard ties it all together. Perfectly versatile, this no-cook tuna salad can be served in crisp lettuce cups for a low-carb option, paired with sliced avocado for extra creaminess, or enjoyed with whole-grain crackers for a satisfying crunch. Ready in just 15 minutes, this healthy and satisfying recipe is perfect for busy weekdays or quick meal prep.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna (albacore or chunk light, drained)
• 0.5 cups Greek yogurt (plain, unsweetened)
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 0.5 cups celery (finely diced)
• 0.25 cups red onion (finely diced)
• 1 tablespoon capers (chopped)
• 0.25 cups dill pickle (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper (freshly ground)
• 1 avocado (sliced, for serving)
• 8 leaves lettuce leaves (for serving)
• 12 whole-grain crackers (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Open the cans of tuna, drain well, and place the tuna into a medium-sized mixing bowl. Use a fork to flake the tuna into smaller pieces.

Step 2

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard until smooth and well combined.

Step 3

Add the dressing to the tuna in the mixing bowl, tossing gently to combine.

Step 4

Stir in the celery, red onion, capers, dill pickle, parsley, and dill. Mix carefully to distribute the ingredients evenly.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Optional: Chill the tuna salad in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

To serve, scoop the tuna salad onto lettuce leaves for a light option, or pair it with sliced avocado and whole-grain crackers for a more hearty meal.

Step 8

Enjoy your 'Not Your Mamma's Tuna Salad' immediately, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1239.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2233.7

Total Fat 70.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 134.0mg	0%
Sodium 5298.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 269.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.9g	0%
Total Sugars 22.0g
Protein 122.3g	0%

Vitamin D 226.8IU	0%
Calcium 544.0mg	0%
Iron 16.9mg	0%
Potassium 2684.8mg	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: 28.8%

Protein: 22.2%

Carbs: 48.9%