Paleo Tuna Salad on Rice Cakes

Elevate your lunch game with this fresh and satisfying Paleo Tuna Salad on Rice Cakes! Packed with protein-rich tuna, creamy olive oil mayonnaise, and vibrant flavors from Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and fresh dill, this recipe is both healthy and delicious. Crunchy celery and zesty red onion add texture and balance, while Paleo-friendly rice cakes provide the perfect light and crispy base. For an optional twist, top it off with velvety avocado slices for an extra touch of indulgence. Ready in just 15 minutes and completely no-cook, this gluten-free and dairy-free meal is ideal for quick lunches, snacks, or a nutritious post-workout bite. Serve it up fresh and enjoy the ultimate combination of flavor, texture, and wholesome goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna (packed in water, drained)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 stick celery (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons red onion (finely minced)
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
• 4 pieces rice cakes (Paleo-friendly, unsweetened)
• 0.5 avocado avocado slices (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the drained tuna and break it apart with a fork.

Step 2

Mix in the olive oil mayonnaise, dijon mustard, and freshly squeezed lemon juice until fully combined.

Step 3

Fold in the finely chopped celery, minced red onion, and chopped fresh dill.

Step 4

Season the tuna salad with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 5

Spread the prepared tuna salad evenly onto the rice cakes.

Step 6

For added creaminess, top the tuna salad with thin slices of avocado, if desired.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy fresh!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(577.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	904.7

Total Fat 46.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 113.9mg	0%
Sodium 2420.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 41.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g	0%
Total Sugars 3.2g
Protein 77.7g	0%

Vitamin D 226.8IU	0%
Calcium 99.5mg	0%
Iron 3.9mg	0%
Potassium 1522.5mg	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: 46.5%

Protein: 34.9%

Carbs: 18.6%