Green Goddess Tuna Salad

4.5

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Canned tuna makes this recipe convenient and pantry-friendly while also offering an impressive punch of protein and omega-3 fatty acids. Salmon, sardines or mackerel would work just as well in this quick recipe. Use the remaining herb sauce as a dressing for salads or grain bowls, as a spread on sandwiches or as a dip for vegetables. This recipe is easily doubled to make a big batch to meal-prep for the week. Serve on bread or in a wrap, over a bed of greens or scooped up with your favorite chips, crackers or cucumber slices.

By

Jessica Ball, M.S., RD

Published on February 29, 2024

Tested by

Hilary Meyer

Reviewed by Dietitian

Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD

Active Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

10 mins

Servings:

2

Nutrition Profile:

Sesame-Free Diabetes-Friendly Nut-Free Soy-Free Heart-Healthy High-Protein Egg-Free Gluten-Free

Ingredients

1 large clove garlic, peeled
1/2 medium shallot, peeled
1 cup fresh herbs with tender stems, such as dill, cilantro, basil, parsley and/or chives, plus more for garnish
1/2 cup lemon juice or lime juice
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup whole-milk plain strained yogurt, such as Greek-style
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon honey
1/8 teaspoon ground pepper or crushed red pepper, plus more for garnish
2 (5-oz.) cans no-salt-added water-packed tuna, drained

Directions

Place garlic in a food processor; pulse until chopped, about 5 seconds. Add shallot; pulse until chopped, about 5 seconds. Add herbs, lemon (or lime) juice, oil, yogurt, salt, honey and pepper (or crushed red pepper); process until totally combined and smooth, about 1 minute, scraping down sides as needed.

Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco
Place tuna in a medium bowl and gently flake with a fork. Pour half of the dressing (about 1/3 cup) over the tuna; stir to combine. (Reserve the remaining dressing for another use.) Garnish with herbs and pepper, if desired.

Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco

To make ahead

Refrigerate dressing (Step 1) in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: ¾ cup

Calories 278, Fat 15g, Saturated Fat 3g, Cholesterol 36mg, Carbohydrates 4g, Total Sugars 2g, Added Sugars 0g, Protein 31g, Fiber 0g, Sodium 355mg, Potassium 352mg

EatingWell.com, February 2024