Rice Cake with Tuna Salad

Elevate your snack game with this quick and satisfying Rice Cake with Tuna Salad recipe! Perfect for a light lunch or an energizing snack, this dish combines crisp rice cakes with a creamy, tangy tuna salad made from a wholesome blend of canned tuna, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and a hint of lemon juice. Finely chopped celery, red onion, dill pickle, and fresh dill deliver a delightful crunch and zesty flavor in every bite. Low in prep time—just 15 minutes—and ideal for a gluten-free option, these rice cakes can be customized with crisp lettuce leaves and juicy cherry tomato garnishes. Whether you're serving them instantly for a crowd-pleasing dish or chilling them for a refreshing treat later, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between nutrition and indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces rice cakes
• 1 can (5 oz) canned tuna in water
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 stalk (finely chopped) celery
• 1 small (finely chopped) red onion
• 1 tablespoon (finely chopped) dill pickle
• 1 teaspoon (chopped) fresh dill
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 leaves (optional) lettuce leaves
• 8 halved (for garnish, optional) cherry tomatoes

Directions

Step 1

Open the can of tuna and drain excess water.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the tuna, mayonnaise, and Greek yogurt. Mix well until the mixture becomes creamy.

Step 3

Add the lemon juice, finely chopped celery, red onion, and dill pickle to the tuna mixture. Stir well to combine.

Step 4

Season the tuna salad with chopped fresh dill, salt, and black pepper. Mix all ingredients until evenly distributed.

Step 5

Place each rice cake on a serving plate. If using, place a lettuce leaf on top of each rice cake.

Step 6

Divide the tuna salad evenly among the rice cakes, spooning it on top of the lettuce or directly onto the rice cakes.

Step 7

Garnish with halved cherry tomatoes around the rice cake or on top of the tuna salad, if desired.

Step 8

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to an hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	466.3 grams (466.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	602

Total Fat 25.20g	32%
Saturated Fat 2.60g	13%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 76mg	25%
Sodium 1182mg	51%
Total Carbohydrate 50.50g	18%
Dietary Fiber 4.30g	15%
Total Sugars 7.80g
Protein 42.60g	85%

Vitamin D 59IU	293%
Calcium 88mg	7%
Iron 3mg	15%
Potassium 829mg	18%

*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: 37.9%

Protein: 28.4%

Carbs: 33.7%