Healthy High Protein Tuna Salad
A quick and nutritious tuna salad packed with protein, Greek yogurt, and fresh vegetables, perfect for a healthy lunch.
Equipment
- medium-sized bowl
- fork
- Chopping board
- knife
- Spatula or spoon
Ingredients
- 1 can Tuna in water 5 oz, drained.
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt Low-fat for a healthier option.
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Adds flavor without extra calories.
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
- 1/4 cup Celery Finely chopped for crunch.
- 1/4 cup Red onion Finely chopped for flavor.
- 1/4 cup Bell pepper Finely chopped for color and crunch.
- to taste Salt For seasoning.
- to taste Pepper For seasoning.
- 2 cups Mixed greens or lettuce For serving.
- 1/2 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved for garnish.
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients: tuna, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and fresh vegetables.
- Open the can of tuna and drain the water thoroughly. Place the tuna in a medium-sized bowl and break it up with a fork.
- Finely chop the celery, red onion, and bell pepper into small, even pieces.
- In the bowl with the tuna, add Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Toss in the chopped vegetables and mix everything together until well combined.
- Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Chill the tuna salad in the refrigerator for about 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve the salad over a bed of mixed greens or lettuce and garnish with halved cherry tomatoes.
Notes
This salad is versatile; feel free to add different proteins or vegetables to suit your taste.