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Tuna and Celery Protein Salad

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A refreshing, high-protein salad combining flaky tuna and crisp celery in a light Greek yogurt dressing. Perfect for quick lunches or light dinners, this easy-to-make dish supports sustained energy and balanced nutrition.

  • Total Time: 15
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Canned Tuna in Water (2 cans, 5 oz each, drained)
Celery (4 stalks, finely diced)
Greek Yogurt (½ cup, non-fat or low-fat)
Lemon Juice (2 tbsp)
Dijon Mustard (1 tsp)
Olive Oil (1 tsp)
Garlic (1 clove, minced)
Onion (¼ cup, finely chopped)
Fresh Parsley (1 tbsp, chopped)
Salt and Black Pepper (to taste)

Instructions

Drain and flake the canned tuna into a large mixing bowl.
Add finely diced celery to the bowl.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped onion, and chopped parsley.
Pour the dressing over the tuna and celery mixture.
Season with salt and black pepper. Stir until well combined.
Transfer to a serving dish or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Notes

Use wild-caught tuna for enhanced flavor if available.
Storage: Refrigerate for up to 2 days. Best served chilled.
Customization: Add diced apples or cherry tomatoes for extra sweetness and crunch.

  • Author: Amelie Harper
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Category: High Protein Meals
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg