Tuna Salad Without Mayo
This healthy tuna salad without mayo is one of my go-to lunches. It’s made with Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise, so it’s creamy, protein-packed, and a little lighter. Tossed with crunchy veggies and a squeeze of lemon, it’s fresh, flavorful, and comes together in under 10 minutes. Perfect on toast, in a wrap, open-faced tuna melt, or with crackers for an easy, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 2 (5-ounce) cans tuna stored in water, drained
- ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt, 0%, 2% or 5%
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 2 - 3 tablespoon red onion, minced
- 3 - 4 baby carrots, thinly sliced
- 1 - 2 tablespoon parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- ¼ teaspoon salt, more to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper, more to taste
- 1 - 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Drain the liquid from the tuna cans.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the tuna, yogurt, celery, red onion, carrots, parsley, Dijon mustard, salt and pepper.
- Gently stir together until well combined.
- Mix in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Then, taste and add more if desired.
- Enjoy the tuna salad in a lettuce wrap, on its own, on an open-face piece of toast, or in a sandwich. I love this open-face tuna melt.
Notes
Tuna: White albacore in water gives the best texture and flavor. Be sure to drain it well.
Greek yogurt: 2% is the sweet spot for creaminess without being too thick—use 0% or 5% based on your preference.
Lemon juice: Start with 1 tablespoon, then adjust to taste. It really brightens everything up!
Red onion tip: Soak in cold water for 5–10 minutes if you prefer a milder flavor.
Serving ideas: Great in sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or with crackers.
Storage: Keep leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 83kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 26mg | Sodium: 365mg | Potassium: 227mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 344IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1mg
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