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Healthy Tuna Salad without Mayo

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Healthy Tuna Salad without Mayo is a creamy, protein-rich dish made with Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise. Fresh, tangy, and full of crunch from celery, onion, and cucumber, it’s the perfect light meal for sandwiches, wraps, or salads—ready in just 10 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 2 cans tuna (drained)
  • 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 celery stalk, chopped
  • 2 tbsp red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup cucumber, diced (optional)
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley or dill, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp olive oil (optional, for richness)

Instructions

  1. Drain the tuna well and flake it with a fork in a medium mixing bowl.
  2. Add Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy and smooth.
  3. Stir in chopped celery, red onion, cucumber, and herbs until evenly combined.
  4. Taste and adjust with more lemon juice, salt, or pepper if needed. Drizzle olive oil for extra creaminess, if desired.
  5. Serve chilled on whole grain bread, in lettuce wraps, or over a bed of greens.

Notes

  • Use solid albacore or chunk light tuna packed in water for best texture.
  • Adjust the yogurt amount for a creamier or thicker consistency.
  • For added crunch, mix in diced apple or shredded carrots.
  • Great for meal prep—stays fresh for up to 3 days in the fridge.
  • Serve cold; avoid freezing as texture changes after thawing.

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