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Yogurt tuna salad makes for the perfect hands off lunch that is ready in minutes and full of nutrition! Tuna salad with greek yogurt is full of protein, healthy fats and fiber for a filling and tasty meal.

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I love a good tuna salad and this greek yogurt tuna salad is my lunch new obsession. Add diced apples and you’ve created an option that you can’t put down.

The apple tuna salad is perfectly sweet, tart and crunchy, and of course versatile! There so many ways to enjoy it.

It’s great as a sandwich, over a salad, paired with quinoa, farro or barley, with crackers or just eating it with a spoon.

One of my resolutions this year is to eat more seafood and meet the 2x/week recommendation to get those essential fatty acids, EPA and DHA in (more about DHA EPA differences).

What easier way to get more healthy fats than through a no-cook recipe? Sandwiches are the epitome of lunch, but not a boring sandwich.

I love to elevate them slightly, like this Bruschetta Chicken Sandwich or even a Veggie Eggplant Sandwich.

And greek yogurt is a fun addition with so many nutritious benefits.

I prefer greek yogurt over mayo – We use it in this tuna pasta salad without mayo too!

Pair this greek yogurt tuna salad recipe with your favorite chips or pretzels, some crunchy celery, or a piece of dark chocolate. I love having chocolate to finish a meal.

Why the Dietitian Loves this Recipe

“Lunch can be easy for me to gloss over, when working from home. I love to make this creamy tuna salad with greek yogurt on Sunday, and have it for lunch on Monday and Tuesdays for a healthy, no-think meal!“

Why We Love Tuna Salad with Greek Yogurt

This tuna salad with yogurt uses easy-to-find, wholesome ingredients!

• Uses fruits and veggies – Americans aren’t eating enough fruits and veggies, we know this! This simple yogurt tuna salad can help. The fruits and veggies provide natural sweetness and crunch.
• High in omega 3’s – Canned tuna is a great source of healthy fats, like omega-3 fatty acids, protein and micronutrients, like calcium and zinc! It’s one of the best budget-friendly sources of high nutrition. Eating this twice a week can help you get your recommended 2 servings/week of seafood.
• Great protein option for kids– If your kids like apples, offering this tuna salad with apple may be a great way to entice them to try something new! I like to offer it alongside crackers, fruit or another favorite so it seems safer. Sometimes I’ll put it in between sliced cucumbers for a mini sandwich. It’s an easy, no cook protein idea for kids lunches.
• Ready in minutes – I like to make this on Sunday when I have a few extra minutes to cut the veggies. Then, I’ll enjoy it for lunch on Monday and Tuesday, making it a quick, no-think lunch option!

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make tuna salad with greek yogurt.

• canned tuna – Use a 5-oz to 7-oz can. I prefer the Wild Planet or Safe Catch Brand
• plain Greek yogurt – I used low-fat since there is fat in the tuna, but if you prefer full-fat, go for it! Greek yogurt is providing protein, calcium and probiotics!
• dijon mustard – Provides a nice mix of sweet and tangy.
• onion – Use red onion if you prefer a little bite.
• apple – I prefer honeycrisp, cosmic crips or even granny smith to make this apple tuna salad! You want a sweet (or tart) but crunchy apple.
• pickle spear – This is optional but if you love dill flavor, this emphasizes it. I prefer Grillo’s pickles.
• salt and pepper – to taste
• Optional – celery, nut, raisins, mashed avocado, cranberries, spinach, hemp seeds, pears, sauerkraut, pepper

How to Make Tuna Salad With Yogurt

First, drain your tuna.

Then, chop your onion, apples and pickle. Try to chop everything around the same size. I love using a vegetable chopper to save time!

Add all of your ingredients to a bowl, except the tuna.

Taste the marinade and add salt and/or pepper, as needed. You can also adjust the mustard.

Then, mix your tuna in well, and enjoy!

Eat on bread, with crackers, on a salad, or however you’d like to enjoy.

Storage Tips

I would recommend eating tuna salad with greek yogurt within 1-2 days.

Make sure the tuna salad is stored tightly in a tupperware or airtight container. You don’t want to expose it to air.

I wouldn’t recommend freezing this yogurt tuna salad recipe, as the texture and flavor will likely be altered.

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Yield: 2 servings

Yogurt Tuna Salad

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Yogurt tuna salad makes for the perfect hands off lunch that is ready in minutes and full of nutrition! Tuna salad with greek yogurt is full of protein, healthy fats and fiber for a filling and tasty meal.

Prep Time 8 minutes

Total Time 8 minutes

Ingredients

• 5oz can tuna, drained
• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
• tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/3 diced cup onion
• ½ cup apple, diced – My favorites are honeycrisp, cosmic crisp or even granny smith
• 1 pickle spear, diced

Instructions

1. Drain your tuna.
2. Chop your onion, apples, and pickle. I like to use a vegetable chopper to save time..
3. Add all ingredients to a bowl, except the tuna, to the bowl. Taste the mixture and add salt or pepper as needed.
4. Add tuna in and mix well.
   
   

Notes

Optional additions– celery, nut, raisins, mashed avocado, cranberries, spinach, hemp seeds, pears, sauerkraut, pepper

STORAGE: Store in the fridge for up to 2-3 days.

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  Wild Planet Albacore Wild Tuna, Sea Salt, Canned Tuna, Sustainably Wild-Caught, Pole & Line, Non-GMO, Kosher, 5 Ounce, Pack of 12

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

2

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 286Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 33mgSodium: 500mgCarbohydrates: 43gFiber: 7gSugar: 31gProtein: 24g

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