Festive Tuna Salad

Brighten up your table with this Festive Tuna Salad, a refreshingly vibrant twist on the classic recipe that's perfect for any occasion! Brimming with chunks of protein-packed tuna, creamy mayonnaise, tangy Greek yogurt, and a medley of crisp veggies like celery, red bell pepper, and red onion, this dish strikes the perfect balance between creamy and crunchy. A hint of tangy dill pickles, fresh parsley, and zesty lemon juice elevate the flavors, while the quick 15-minute prep time makes it an effortless choice for busy days. Serve it on a bed of crisp mixed greens, layered in a sandwich, or atop your favorite crackers for an appetizer that's as versatile as it is delicious. Perfect for lunch, picnics, or holiday gatherings, this healthy and satisfying tuna salad will quickly become your go-to crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna (in water)
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 cup celery (finely chopped)
• 0.5 cup red bell pepper (finely diced)
• 0.25 cup red onion (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons dill pickles (finely chopped)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups mixed greens (optional, for serving)
• 8 slices/crackers bread slices or crackers (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and transfer it to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the mayonnaise and Greek yogurt to the tuna, and mix until well combined.

Step 3

Fold in the celery, red bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and dill pickles until evenly distributed.

Step 4

Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, and black pepper, and mix again to blend the flavors.

Step 5

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 6

Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Serve the tuna salad on a bed of mixed greens, as a sandwich filling between slices of bread, or scooped onto crackers for a festive presentation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1744.3 grams (1744.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1478

Total Fat 55.70g	71%
Saturated Fat 6.90g	35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 87mg	29%
Sodium 3446mg	150%
Total Carbohydrate 182.70g	66%
Dietary Fiber 35.60g	127%
Total Sugars 30.90g
Protein 69.60g	139%

Vitamin D 113IU	567%
Calcium 1216mg	94%
Iron 24mg	131%
Potassium 3926mg	84%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.2%

Protein: 18.4%

Carbs: 48.4%