The Ill Tuna Fish Salad

Elevate your lunchtime routine with "The Ill Tuna Fish Salad," a vibrant, protein-packed recipe that’s as satisfying as it is versatile. Combining tender, flaky canned tuna with a creamy blend of mayonnaise and tangy Greek yogurt, this salad bursts with texture and zing from finely diced celery, red onion, dill pickles, and fresh parsley. A squeeze of bright lemon juice ties it all together, while a sprinkle of paprika adds an optional smoky flair. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect served on sandwiches, wraps, or crisp lettuce leaves, this quick and flavorful tuna salad is a crowd-pleaser for busy weekdays or casual gatherings. Looking for a healthy, easy, and customizable meal? This tuna salad has you covered!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 5 oz cans canned tuna (in water), drained
• 0.33 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt (plain)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 stalks celery stalks, finely diced
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons dill pickles, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon paprika (optional)
• 4 leaves lettuce leaves (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and place it in a large mixing bowl. Flake the tuna with a fork to break it up into small, even pieces.

Step 2

Add the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and Dijon mustard to the bowl with the tuna. Stir until the mixture is creamy and everything is evenly combined.

Step 3

Fold in the diced celery, red onion, dill pickles, and chopped parsley to add crunch and flavor.

Step 4

Squeeze in the fresh lemon juice and season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and paprika (if using). Stir to incorporate the seasonings evenly throughout the salad.

Step 5

Taste the tuna salad and adjust the seasonings as desired, adding more lemon juice, salt, or pepper if needed.

Step 6

Chill the tuna salad in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes to let the flavors meld together, or serve it immediately if preferred.

Step 7

Serve the tuna fish salad on sandwiches, in wraps, on a bed of greens, or with lettuce leaves as a light and refreshing option.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1261.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	956.1

Total Fat 62.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 138.6mg	0%
Sodium 6838.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 17.3g
Protein 53.2g	0%

Vitamin D 136IU	0%
Calcium 298.0mg	0%
Iron 4.9mg	0%
Potassium 2110.9mg	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: 57.9%

Protein: 22.0%

Carbs: 20.1%