Sara's Tuna Salad

Brighten up your lunch routine with Sara's Tuna Salad, a light yet satisfying twist on a classic favorite. This quick, 15-minute recipe combines high-protein canned tuna with a creamy blend of mayonnaise and Greek yogurt for a healthier take on traditional tuna salad. Finely chopped celery, red onion, dill pickles, and fresh parsley add delightful crunch and bursts of bright flavor, while a splash of lemon juice and a touch of Dijon mustard bring a zesty tang. Seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, this versatile dish can be served on crisp romaine lettuce leaves for a low-carb option or paired with bread or crackers for a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal. Perfect for meal prep, this easy-to-make salad keeps well in the fridge for days, ensuring you'll enjoy its vibrant flavors all week long!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cans (5 oz each) Canned tuna (in water, drained)
• 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Greek yogurt (plain)
• 1 stalk Celery (finely chopped)
• 0.25 cup Red onion (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Dill pickle (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 leaves Romaine lettuce leaves (optional, for serving)
• 4 slices or servings Bread or crackers (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, add the drained tuna and flake it gently with a fork to break it into smaller pieces.

Step 2

Add the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard to the bowl. Stir until the mixture is well combined and creamy.

Step 3

Gently fold in the chopped celery, red onion, dill pickle, and parsley to bring a crunch and fresh flavors to the salad.

Step 4

Season the tuna salad with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.

Step 5

Chill the tuna salad in the refrigerator for at least 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Serve the tuna salad on a bed of romaine lettuce leaves for a low-carb option, or spread it on slices of bread or serve it alongside crackers for a more traditional presentation.

Step 7

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(454.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	908.4

Total Fat 49.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 80.8mg	0%
Sodium 1949.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 83.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g	0%
Total Sugars 8.9g
Protein 32.4g	0%

Vitamin D 45.4IU	0%
Calcium 185.9mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 646.9mg	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: 48.9%

Protein: 14.3%

Carbs: 36.8%