This Fresh and Healthy Tuna Salad is perfect for a quick, nutritious meal. Packed with protein, crunchy veggies, and zesty flavors, it’s a satisfying dish that can be enjoyed as a light lunch, a main course, or a hearty sandwich filling.
Ingredients
- 2 cans of tuna in water, drained
- 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise or Greek yogurt (optional for a lighter version)
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: lettuce leaves for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the drained tuna, celery, red onion, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and parsley.
- Add the mayonnaise or Greek yogurt and Dijon mustard to the bowl.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the mixture, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
- Serve the salad on a bed of lettuce leaves, as a sandwich filling, or with crackers.
Enjoy your fresh and healthy tuna salad!