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Spicy Tuna Salad

Spicy Tuna Salad: Quick, Creamy, High-Protein Delight

This Spicy Tuna Salad is a high-protein delight that combines creamy yogurt and zesty flavors in a quick lunch option.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Canned Tuna Drained and patted dry
  • 1/2 cup Celery Diced
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions Sliced
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Nonfat Greek Yogurt Can substitute with mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Reduced Fat Mayonnaise Optional full-fat or vegan version
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha Adjust based on heat preference
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Can substitute with coconut aminos
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spoon
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Sriracha, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Whisk together until smooth.
  2. Wash and finely chop celery and green onions, then set aside.
  3. Drain and pat dry the tuna thoroughly, then fold it into the dressing with celery and green onions.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 to 60 minutes to meld flavors.
  5. Serve as desired; adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This salad can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Adjust spice levels and experiment with additional ingredients for variety.

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