Paleo Classic Tuna Fish Salad
Discover a fresh, flavorful twist on a lunchtime favorite with this Paleo Classic Tuna Fish Salad! Packed with protein from wild-caught, water-packed canned tuna and perfectly balanced with crisp celery, tangy red onion, and vibrant parsley, this salad is both nourishing and full of texture. A light and creamy dressing made with avocado oil mayonnaise, zesty lemon juice, and Dijon mustard ties it all together, creating a paleo-friendly, dairy-free option that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Serve it wrapped in crisp romaine lettuce leaves for a refreshing, grain-free take on classic tuna salad wraps. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s perfect for meal prep or a quick, healthy meal on the go.
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Ingredients
- 10 oz Canned tuna (water-packed, preferably wild-caught)
- 2 medium Celery stalks, chopped
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 cup Avocado oil mayonnaise
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 8 large Romaine lettuce leaves
Directions
Step 1
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and place it in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Step 2
Add the chopped celery, red onion, and fresh parsley to the bowl with the tuna.
Step 3
In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and avocado oil mayonnaise, whisking until smooth.
Step 4
Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently stir to combine all the ingredients.
Step 5
Season the salad with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Step 6
If desired, adjust the seasoning or add more lemon juice for extra tang.
Step 7
Serve the tuna salad scooped onto large romaine lettuce leaves as a wrap.
Step 8
Enjoy immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to two days for best freshness.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (598.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 790.8 |
| Total Fat 47.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 119.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2512.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 12.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.4g | |
| Protein 75.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 226.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 125.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1096.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories