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Lemon Herb Tuna Salad

Zesty Lemon Herb Tuna Salad for a Fresh, Healthy Meal

Enjoy a refreshing and nutritious Lemon Herb Tuna Salad that's quick to prepare, ideal for a healthy lunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Albacore Tuna Canned in water
  • 1/3 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be a lighter alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard For tanginess
  • 1 cup Celery Diced
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Diced; use shallots for a milder flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Scallion Chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Or dried dill if fresh isn't available
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley Chopped; swap for cilantro if preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh is best, but bottled can work
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest From one lemon
  • to taste Salt Season to taste
  • to taste Black Pepper Season to taste
  • optional Dill Pickles Adds tangy crunch; relish can be used as an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For drizzling before serving

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by opening a can of albacore tuna and draining it thoroughly. Transfer the flaked tuna into a mixing bowl, and use a fork to break it into smaller chunks.
  2. Add in the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, diced celery, red onion, and scallions to the bowl. Sprinkle in the fresh dill and parsley, followed by the juice and zest of one lemon. Mix everything gently until well combined.
  3. Sprinkle salt and black pepper according to your taste preferences and stir to incorporate. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. Serve the salad over a bed of mixed greens, in sandwiches, or with crackers.
  5. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chilling the salad for 30 minutes before serving enhances the flavors. Feel free to experiment with herbs and add your favorites.

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