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A lighter, protein-packed tuna salad using Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise, with crunchy celery, red onion, fresh dill, and Dijon mustard. Quick, no-cook, and versatile for sandwiches, wraps, or crackers.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained thoroughly
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional: fresh lemon juice for brightening

Instructions

  1. Place a medium bowl on your work surface.
  2. Drain the canned tuna thoroughly, pressing in a fine-mesh strainer or patting dry with paper towels.
  3. Add the drained tuna to the bowl.
  4. Use a fork to gently flake the tuna into small pieces.
  5. If desired to mellow the onion, soak the chopped red onion in cold water for 5–10 minutes, then drain.
  6. Add plain Greek yogurt, finely chopped celery, and the drained chopped red onion to the bowl.
  7. Stir in chopped fresh dill and Dijon mustard.
  8. Sprinkle in garlic powder.
  9. Mix everything together until completely combined.
  10. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  11. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more yogurt, salt, pepper, or mustard as needed.
  12. Squeeze in a little fresh lemon juice if desired.
  13. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 15–30 minutes before serving when possible.

Notes

Drain tuna very well to avoid watery salad., Soaking raw onion in cold water mellows its bite., Full-fat Greek yogurt gives creamier texture than nonfat., Flake tuna gently to retain texture., Chilling enhances flavor melding., Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days., Versatile serving options: sandwiches, lettuce wraps, crackers, stuffed avocado, tuna melts., Customize with ingredients like olives, avocado, curry powder, capers, herbs, or spices for different flavors., Gluten-free when using specified ingredients, but always check product labels.

  • Author: Ashley
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: about 1/2 cup per serving
  • Calories: Approximately 180 calories per serving
  • Fat: Approximately 5 grams per serving
  • Carbohydrates: Approximately 4 grams per serving
  • Protein: Approximately 22 grams per serving