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tuna salad

Tuna Salad

A fresh, protein-packed tuna salad loaded with crisp vegetables and creamy dressing—perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or a healthy lunch bowl.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 265 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cans tuna in water drained
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber slices
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs chopped

Dressing

  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice fresh
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna with the chopped eggs.
  • Add cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and diced bell peppers.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently fold until coated.
  • Serve chilled over fresh lettuce or use as a filling for sandwiches or wraps.

Notes

For extra crunch, add celery or pickles. For a lighter version, replace mayo with Greek yogurt.

Nutrition

Calories: 265kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 23gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 720IUVitamin C: 22mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 2mg
Keyword healthy lunch, Quick Meal, Tuna Salad
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