Savory Tuna Salad

Brighten up your lunchtime routine with this Savory Tuna Salad, a quick and nutritious dish that comes together in just 15 minutes! Bursting with flavor, this recipe combines protein-packed canned tuna with the creamy tang of mayonnaise and Greek yogurt, the zesty kick of Dijon mustard, and the fresh crunch of diced celery and red onion. A splash of lemon juice and aromatic parsley complement the mixture, while optional pickle relish or paprika add a customizable twist. Perfect as a light meal served over crisp lettuce leaves or used as a filling for sandwiches and wraps, this versatile tuna salad is as delicious as it is easy to make. Healthy, satisfying, and full of fresh ingredients, it’s a must-try for salad lovers and meal-preppers alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

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)
• 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 stalks celery stalks (finely diced)
• 0.25 cup red onion (finely minced)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
• 0.25 teaspoon paprika (optional)
• 2 teaspoons pickle relish (optional)
• 1 cup mixed greens or lettuce leaves (for serving, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and place it in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Use a fork to break up any large chunks.

Step 2

Add the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and Dijon mustard to the bowl. Stir them into the tuna until well combined.

Step 3

Fold in the diced celery, minced red onion, and chopped parsley. Mix gently to ensure even distribution.

Step 4

Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice, kosher salt, black pepper, and paprika (if using). Stir well to combine.

Step 5

For added sweetness and tang, you can fold in the pickle relish at this point (optional).

Step 6

Taste the tuna salad and adjust seasoning as needed (e.g., more salt, pepper, or lemon juice).

Step 7

Serve immediately on mixed greens or lettuce leaves for a light meal, or use it as a filling for sandwiches, wraps, or crackers.

Step 8

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(571.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	629.2

Total Fat 46.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 81.0mg	0%
Sodium 1058.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 33.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 12.4g
Protein 20.2g	0%

Vitamin D 45.4IU	0%
Calcium 196.2mg	0%
Iron 2.3mg	0%
Potassium 1225.2mg	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: 66.1%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 21.2%