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Tuna Salad Recipe without Mayo Recipe

4.9 from 89 reviews

This Tuna Salad Recipe without Mayo offers a light and healthy twist on traditional tuna salad by using Greek yogurt and chickpeas for creaminess and added protein. Packed with fresh dill and a blend of spices, it’s a flavorful, low-fat, and easy-to-make dish perfect for lunches or quick meals.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 1 (12 oz) can chunk light tuna in water, drained
  • 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup non-fat, plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, rinsed and destemmed

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: Place the drained tuna, rinsed chickpeas, non-fat plain Greek yogurt, lemon juice, salt, ground pepper, ground paprika, and fresh dill into a medium-sized mixing bowl.
  2. Mix Thoroughly: Gently mix all ingredients together until well combined, ensuring the chickpeas are slightly mashed to help bind the salad and distribute flavors evenly.
  3. Serve: Transfer the tuna salad to a serving dish and enjoy immediately, or refrigerate for up to a day to let the flavors meld.

Notes

  • For added texture, consider chopping celery or red onion and mixing them in.
  • This salad is excellent served on whole-grain bread, in a wrap, or atop a bed of lettuce.
  • Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
  • Feel free to adjust the spices to your taste preference.

Keywords: tuna salad, healthy tuna salad, no mayo tuna salad, Greek yogurt tuna salad, chickpea tuna salad, low fat tuna salad, quick tuna salad