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    Home » By Ingredient » Seafood » Easy Tuna Salad – No Mayo

    Easy Tuna Salad – No Mayo

    Published: Jun 10, 2022 by Andrea Howe · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    I’m really excited to share this tuna salad no mayo recipe with you all because it’s delicious and packed with even more protein than your average tuna salad. So whether you’re just looking for a healthy tuna salad recipe packed with flavor, or you want to avoid mayo found in a traditional tuna salad, you will love this twist on an old classic.

    tuna salad no mayo recipe on a piece of sourdough toast on a marble countertop

    Regular tuna salad is mayo based, which helps give it a creamy consistency. I love these classic tuna salad and don’t at all want to dismiss mayo! But sometimes you are just craving something different, lighter and fresher. This recipe has some Mediterranean flavors going on, with the tanginess of the capers and fresh lemon juice. And it has over 30 grams of protein thanks to the addition of a hard boiled egg. You guys know how much I love getting in extra protein when I can, as seen in my protein oats and protein oatmeal. This recipe has lots of flavor, and feels light, fresh and unique.

    Jump to:
    • Why this recipe works
    • Ingredients
    • Easy as can be assembly
    • Is canned tuna truly healthy?
    • How to serve
    • Recipe FAQ’s
    • More high-protein dishes
    • Tuna Salad with No Mayo

    Why this recipe works

    • Makes for a quick and easy healthy lunch, packed with protein and healthy fats. It’s also great for meal prep!
    • The addition of crunchy celery and soft hardboiled egg creates unique and unexpected flavors and textures.
    • Affordable, costing about $3.50/serving depending on what brand of canned tuna you purchase.
    ingredients to make tuna salad with no mayo in white bowls

    Ingredients

    • 1 can of albacore tuna fish in water (I like the Wild Planet brand that is sold in bulk at Costco)
    • 1 hardboiled egg, diced
    • 1 stalk of celery, diced
    • 1 tablespoon capers
    • 1-2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
    • 1-2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
    • salt and black pepper to taste

    Easy as can be assembly

    step-by-step pictures of woman making tuna salad with olive oil and lemon juice instead of mayonnaise

    In a small bowl, add all the ingredients and mix well. Taste and add additional olive oil and lemon juice to your liking. That is it, it really couldn’t be easier and less complicated.

    white bowl filled with tuna salad

    Is canned tuna truly healthy?

    We tend to think fresh is best, and that canned foods are somehow less healthy! But that could be further from the truth for canned tuna. Canned tuna is a healthful food rich in protein and contains many vitamins and minerals such as B-Complex vitamins, Vitamin A and D as well as iron, selenium and phosphorus. Tuna also contains healthy omega 3 essential fatty acids DHA and EPA. Omega 3 fatty acids have been proven to help with heart and brain health and even depressive episodes in some patients. This tuna salad won’t solve all your health concerns, but it is definitely a great addition to a healthy lifestyle.

    woman holding a piece of toast with tuna salad on top

    How to serve

    I love making an easy lunch out of this tuna salad and eating it straight out of the bowl, over a bed of lettuce or in a lettuce wrap for a low carb option. Serve on a piece of whole grain toast or in a pita pocket if you are craving something a little heartier.

    Store leftovers in a mason jar or other airtight container, but there probably won’t be any!

    small wooden board with a piece of sourdough toast on top covered in tuna salad made with no mayo

    Recipe FAQ’s

    What if I don’t like capers or just don’t have any on hand?

    No problemo! The briny capers give the salad a pop of flavor, so kalamata olives or diced up artichoke hearts would be a great substitute.

    Any other substitutions or recommendations?

    If you have extra time, feel free to add diced red onion for some bite, and even a squeeze of Dijon mustard. Fresh herbs like fresh parsley or dill would also be nice additions. You don’t want to overthink this though, as the recipe us supposed to quick and easy to throw together.

    I hope you love this healthy Mediterranean tuna salad recipe as much as I do! It really makes the perfect lunch and is my new favorite way to enjoy tuna.

    More high-protein dishes

    • Egg White Oatmeal
    • Overnight Oats with Protein Powder
    • High Protein Cranberry Smoothie Recipe
    • Ham and Asparagus Quiche Recipe

    Tried this recipe? Please leave a comment and/or rating, letting me know how you enjoyed it! Connect with me on Instagram and Pinterest, and never miss a post by signing up for my weekly newsletter!

    Tuna Salad with No Mayo

    Flavorful light tuna salad packed with protein!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 1 people
    Author:Andrea

    Ingredients

    • 1 can albacore tuna in water
    • 1 hardboiled egg diced
    • 1 celery stalk diced
    • 1 tbsp capers
    • 1 tbsp olive oil add more to taste
    • 1 tbsp lemon juice add more to taste
    • salt and pepper
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    Instructions

    • Add all ingredients to a small bowl and mix well. Season to taste and add in additional olive oil and lemon juice to your liking.

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    Notes

    Substitute kalamata olives or artichoke hearts for the capers.
    Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 427kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 47g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 259mg | Sodium: 936mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 324IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 2mg
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    About Andrea Howe

    Andrea Howe is the recipe developer and photographer of Howe We Live. She is also a seasoned home cook of over 20 years, for her family of 5. Andrea has spent over 10 years in the food industry, writing for various publications including Babble and Disney. Her work has appeared in Real Simple, Taste of Home, Yahoo, Buzzfeed and ABC News.

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