Reduced Fat Tuna Salad Recipe

Light, healthy, and delicious! This reduced-fat tuna salad recipe is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or snack. Made with less mayo and packed with flavor, it's a guilt-free way to enjoy a classic tuna salad sandwich. Get ready to savor every bite!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 199.5 kcal
Protein 56g
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Ingredients for Reduced Fat Tuna Salad

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How to Make Reduced Fat Tuna Salad

  1. Gently flake 2 (5 ounce) cans of tuna in a medium bowl. Drain any excess liquid.
  2. Add 2 tablespoons of light mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon of chopped celery, 1 tablespoon of finely chopped red onion, and 1/4 cup of chopped dill pickles.
  3. Stir in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. This step is important for optimal taste!
  6. Spread the tuna salad onto your favorite bread or crackers and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

5g

Carbs

3g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Reduced Fat Tuna Salad?

Reduced Fat Tuna Salad takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Reduced Fat Tuna Salad?

Reduced Fat Tuna Salad has approximately 199.5 calories per serving, with about 56 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 6 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Reduced Fat Tuna Salad?

The key ingredients for Reduced Fat Tuna Salad are Albacore Tuna, Apple, Onion, Celery, Dijon Mustard, Nonfat Sour Cream. See the full list with measurements above.

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