Fresh & Healthy Tuna Salad

Seafood • 15 Min • Healthy

A fresh, crunchy, and protein-packed and Healthy Tuna Salad made with albacore tuna, colourful vegetables, herbs, and a light creamy dressing. This easy recipe is perfect for lunch, meal prep, sandwiches, wraps, or serving over greens.

• 3 cans (6 oz each) white Albacore tuna chuncks in water, drained
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers (red, orange, or yellow)
• 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
• 2 green onions, minced
• 2 tbsp dill pickles, chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh coriander, parsley, or dill, chopped

• 2 to 3 tbsp light mayonnaise or non-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 tsp yellow mustard
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Sea salt and black pepper to taste

1. Drain the Tuna

Open and drain the cans of tuna well to remove excess water.

2. Chop the vegetables

Finely chop the celery, bell peppers, red onion, green onions, and dill pickles.

3. Make the dressing

In a large bowl, combine the light mayonnaise or Greek yogurt, yellow mustard, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

4. Add the tuna and vegetables

Add the tuna, chopped vegetables, pickles, and fresh herbs to the bowl.

5. Mix everything together

Stir gently until all ingredients are evenly combined.

6. Adjust the texture

If the salad is too dry, add a little more yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, or a splash of vinegar.

7. Serve & garnish

Serve immediately in sandwiches, wraps, lettuce cups, over salad greens, or with crackers.

· Prep Time: 15 minutes
· Cook Time: 0 minutes
· Total Time: 15 minutes

· Large mixing bowl
· Knife & cutting board
· Measuring spoons
· Spoon for mixing

· Greek yogurt creates a lighter version, while mayonnaise gives a richer and more traditional flavour.
· Fresh dill, parsley, or coriander all work well depending on your preference.
· Add chopped boiled eggs for extra protein.
· Serve in a wrap, sandwich, lettuce cup, or with crackers for a quick lunch.
· Red, orange, and yellow peppers add a touch of sweetness and colour.

· Refrigerator: Up to 3 days.
· Freezer: Not recommended.
· Reheat: No reheating needed. Serve chilled.

• Quick and easy to prepare
• High in protein and full of fresh vegetables
• Perfect for meal prep and lunches
• Light, healthy, and filling
• Great in sandwiches, wraps, or salads

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