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tuna salad recipe

Tuna Salad

A protein-rich salad made with tuna, fresh vegetables, and zesty dressing — light, refreshing, and perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 2 bowls
Calories 210 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Fork
  • Cutting board

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients

  • 1 can tuna drained
  • 1 cup romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1/2 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced

Dressing

  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 tsp olive oil optional for richness

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, add drained tuna and break it apart with a fork.
  • Add chopped lettuce, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion to the bowl.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and olive oil to make the dressing.
  • Pour the dressing over the tuna and vegetables. Toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  • Serve immediately on a plate or chill for 15 minutes for extra freshness. Garnish with lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

Add diced avocado or boiled eggs for extra richness. Swap mayo for Greek yogurt for a lighter version.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 23gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 290mgPotassium: 420mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 1.5mg
Keyword healthy, Protein, Tuna
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