Tuna Salad with Greek Yogurt - No Mayo or Pickles!
This protein-packed tuna salad is made with Greek yogurt instead of mayo for a flavorful, healthy twist! It's also full of vegetables for extra nutrients and texture.
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
n/a
Inactive Time:
Total Time:
10 minutes
Servings:
3
About 1 cup
Growing up, I couldn't stand tuna salad. My mom prepared it the way that my grandmother did - with tuna, mayo, and pickle relish. For some people, that's perfect - it's so simple! But, unfortunately, I don't like pickles or mayo.
Enter this healthy twist on the classic tuna salad, with Greek yogurt instead of mayo! I absolutely love it for my Friday lunches, when I need something quick, kid-friendly, and meatless that will keep everyone happy and full. It's so easy and delicious! This recipes is also ultra-flexible, so even though it has a bunch of veggies, if you're short on time or don't like them, feel free to omit any or all of them (or add whatever you like instead).
This tuna salad also comes together quickly - just chop the veggies, then mix everything together. A food processor makes this process even quicker and easier, but it can be done by hand almost as quickly once you have some good knife skills!
It's the perfect easy, healthy, and budget-friendly lunch. It's ready in no time, so it's perfect for meal prepping, even on a busy morning (or make it the night before!). It's also great for packed school and work lunches when a microwave isn't available.
How long is this tuna salad good for?
I recommend eating it within a day or so for the best texture, but sitting in the fridge allows the flavors to blend, so that often improves the next day! Definitely try to eat it within 3 or 4 days though.
Can I use homemade Greek yogurt?
Yes, absolutely! I use my homemade Greek yogurt, which I strain for a bit longer for a thicker, creamier texture (and more protein) than store-bought Greek yogurt. However, it works with store-bought Greek yogurt and is still delicious!
Is tuna salad healthy?
Yes, this tuna salad is very healthy! Tuna is packed with protein and omega-3 fatty acids. Since it's a more affordable seafood option, I try to incorporate it in at least one or two meals per week (usually my breakfast and/or lunch on Fridays). The Greek yogurt is a great source of protein as well, in addition to being full of probiotics that support gut health. The celery, carrots, and onion give you an extra serving or so of vegetables, while the apple cider vinegar supports blood sugar control and may even help with weight loss.
What should I serve with tuna salad?
I love to eat tuna salad on a crusty piece of sourdough toast or with some sourdough discard crackers. It's great for dipping carrot or celery sticks too. You can also just enjoy it all by itself - it's just that good!
Ingredients
1/2 red onion, minced - Yellow or white onion will work as well, but I find that red onion has the ideal flavor here.
2 ribs celery, finely chopped
2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped/minced - I usually try to pick large carrots for this. If your carrots are smaller, you can easily add an extra carrot (or just have a bit less carrot). If you have a food processor, this makes it easy to get the carrot chopped into very small pieces, but you can also grate it, chop it yourself, or buy shredded carrots.
3 5oz cans tuna - I use chunk light tuna rather than albacore tuna in order to keep my mercury exposure lower
3/4 cup whole milk Greek yogurt - I prefer to use my homemade Greek yogurt because I can strain it more to make it creamier and thicker than what I can buy (plus it's cheaper to make than to buy!), but it's great with store-bought yogurt as well
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp dried parsley
1/2 tsp chili powder - feel free to omit if you don't like any spiciness at all, but I don't find that it makes it "spicy." It just enhances the flavor!
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar - lemon juice also works really well here!
Directions
Combine all ingredients in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Stir well to ensure even distribution of all ingredients.
Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to a few days.
Tuna Salad with Greek Yogurt - No Mayo or Pickles!
This protein-packed tuna salad is made with Greek yogurt instead of mayo for a flavorful, healthy twist! It's also full of vegetables for extra nutrients and texture.
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
n/a
Inactive Time:
Total Time:
10 minutes
Servings:
3
About 1 cup
Ingredients
1/2 red onion, minced
2 ribs celery, finely chopped
2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped
3 5oz cans tuna
3/4 cup whole milk Greek yogurt
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp dried parsley
1/2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Directions
Combine all ingredients in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Stir well to ensure even distribution of all ingredients.
Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to a few days.
Nutrition (per 1 serving)
Calories:
175 calories
Carbohydrates:
9g
Protein:
25g
Fat:
4g
The nutrition data provided here are only estimates. They cannot be verified or guaranteed, and should not be used in the treatment of medical conditions. This data should be interpreted and used at your own risk.