Description
This healthy, no-mayo tuna salad is a light and protein-packed alternative to traditional tuna salad. Using Greek yogurt instead of mayo, along with fiber-rich chickpeas and fresh dill, this dish is creamy, flavorful, and perfect for meal prep or a quick lunch. Enjoy it on toast, in lettuce wraps, or as a salad topping!
Ingredients
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- 1 (12oz) can chunk light tuna in water, drained
- 1 (15oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup non-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, rinsed and destemmed
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine tuna, chickpeas, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Gently mix until well combined.
- Fold in fresh dill and adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Notes
- As a sandwich: Spread on whole-grain bread or a wrap.
- With crackers: Enjoy as a dip with whole-wheat crackers.
- In lettuce cups: A low-carb option for a fresh, crisp bite.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 269
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 35mg