Description
A bright, herb‑laden tuna salad that’s quick to assemble and perfect for light lunches, picnics, or a protein‑packed snack. The fresh green goddess herbs give this classic dish a vibrant twist while keeping it simple and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans tuna, rinsed and drained
- 6 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 oz fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 oz fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1.5 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tsp garlic paste)
- ½ lemon, juiced
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp sea salt (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Rinse the tuna under cold water, then drain thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced garlic, black pepper, and sea salt.
- Add the chopped chives, basil, and dill to the mixture, stirring until well blended.
- Fold in the drained tuna, breaking up any large chunks until evenly coated with the herb‑mayonnaise sauce.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt or pepper if desired.
- Serve the Green Goddess Tuna Salad on its own, over mixed greens, or as a sandwich filling.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for half of the mayonnaise. This salad pairs well with sliced avocado or crisp crackers. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: B
- Method: Mixed
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: tuna, salad, green goddess, herb, quick recipe