Herbed Tuna Salad, No Salt Added
No-salt-added tuna gets a flavor boost from fresh herbs, lemon, and crunchy celery in this creamy lunch salad.
Sodium note
Starting with water-packed, no-salt-added tuna instead of the standard canned version removes the largest source of sodium in classic tuna salad.
Ingredients
- 2 (5-ounce) cans no-salt-added tuna in water, drained well
- 1/3 cup plain unsalted Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (unsalted or reduced-sodium)
- 2 stalks celery, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons finely diced red onion
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Black pepper to taste
- Lettuce cups or whole-grain bread, for serving
Method
- 1
Flake the drained tuna into a mixing bowl with a fork, breaking up any large chunks.
- 2
Add the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, celery, red onion, dill, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard.
- 3
Stir gently until everything is evenly combined and creamy.
- 4
Season generously with black pepper and taste, adding more lemon juice if you'd like extra brightness.
- 5
Serve scooped into lettuce cups, piled on whole-grain toast, or alongside sliced cucumbers and unsalted crackers.
Nutrition (estimated, per serving)
- Calories
- 210
- Protein
- 24 g
- Carbs
- 4 g
- Fat
- 11 g
- Sodium
- 110 mg per serving
Nutrition and sodium information is an estimate only and will vary based on ingredients, brands, serving sizes and preparation methods. Always check the labels on the products you buy.
Substitutions
- Use avocado mashed in place of mayonnaise for a dairy-free, creamy alternative.
- Sweet pickle relish can replace red onion for a milder, tangier bite.
- Fresh tarragon or chives can stand in for the dill.
Tips
- Let the salad chill for 15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
- A diced hard-boiled egg stirred in adds protein and richness.
- Swap in canned no-salt-added salmon for a change of pace with the same method.
New to cooking without salt? Start with our beginner guide and 25 ways to add flavor without salt.
