Best 6 Keto Tuna Salad Recipes

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Keto tuna salad is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for those following a ketogenic, or low-carb, diet. It is made with canned tuna, mayonnaise, celery, onion, and other keto-friendly ingredients. Keto tuna salad can be served as a sandwich, a salad, or even as a dip. It is a great option for a quick and healthy meal, and it is also a great way to use up leftover tuna. With so many delicious and nutritious ingredients, keto tuna salad is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a keto-friendly meal that is both satisfying and delicious.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

KETO TUNA SALAD | THE BEST, EASY, LOW CARB TUNA SALAD RECIPE FOR KETO



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This creamy and flavorful keto tuna salad is the best low carb lunch idea when you're in a rush. It's incredibly easy to make, packed with healthy fats, and each serving only has 1.5 NET CARBS! Not to mention, this keto tuna salad recipe is just so darn delicious, it's hard to believe it's low carb.

Provided by The Diet Chef

Categories     Lunch

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (6oz - 170g) Albacore Tuna in water - strained
2 (4.5oz - 128g) Albacore Tuna in olive oil - strained
½ Cup (120g) Sugar-free Mayonnaise
3 Ribs of Celery (120g) sliced
¼ Red Onion (50g) diced
Juice from ½ lemon (25g)
1 Heaping Tbsp. (20g) Sugar-free Dijon Mustard
2 Tsps. Fresh Dill - chopped
Salt & Pepper to Taste
*Optional: 5 Cherry Tomatoes (50g) diced

Steps:

  • Make sure your tuna in water and tuna in olive oil are strained. Place those together in a medium-sized bowl and set aside.
  • Prepare your diced red onion and celery. Make sure to cut off the ends of the celery and slice them into the little u-shaped pieces we see on so many great tuna salad recipes.
  • If you're using cherry tomatoes, slice them into quarters.
  • Also, make sure to remove the stems of the dill before chopping them up.
  • Then, add everything to a large bowl and season with salt and pepper. Mix everything together and you're done!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Cup, Calories 305 calories, Fat 22, Carbohydrate 2, Fiber .5, Protein 26

KETO TUNA SALAD CUPS



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Tuna salad meets BLT in this keto-friendly mashup. Hang on to that oil in the tuna can for a flavor bonus.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 large eggs
4 strips bacon
1/3 cup olive or avocado oil mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
1/4 teaspoon lemon zest plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 stalk celery, thinly sliced
Two 5-ounce cans tuna packed in olive oil, 2 tablespoons of the oil reserved and the rest drained
2 scallions, sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 medium tomato, halved and cut into 8 slices
16 leaves Bibb lettuce

Steps:

  • Cover the eggs with about an inch of water in a medium pot. Bring to a boil, remove from the heat, cover and let stand for 8 minutes. Drain and submerge in ice water. When cool enough to handle, peel the eggs and chop.
  • Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until golden and crisp, about 4 minutes per side. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate. Crumble into bite-size pieces.
  • Whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon zest and juice, celery, reserved tuna oil, three-quarters of the scallions, 1/4 teaspoon salt and several grinds of pepper in a medium bowl. Add the tuna and three-quarters of the bacon and egg and gently fold together (do not overmix). Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  • Sprinkle the tomato slices with salt and pepper.
  • Double-up the lettuce leaves and fill each with some tuna salad. Tuck in a tomato slice. Sprinkle with reserved scallions, bacon and egg.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Fat 20 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 125 milligrams, Sodium 380 milligrams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 2 grams

KETO TUNA SALAD



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This is a simple keto tuna salad recipe that is rich in fat, protein, and overall nutrition!

Provided by Matt Gaedke

Categories     Main Dish

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cans canned tuna fish, drained
3 Tbsp mayonnaise
2 Tbsp lemon juice
1 each minced green onion
1 each dill pickles

Steps:

  • On a cutting board, finely chop the green onion and pickle, transfer them to a bowl.
  • Open the tuna cans, and drain them of excess oil. Add the tuna to the bowl, along with the mayo and lemon juice.
  • Mix well using a fork. Add salt and pepper if desired.
  • You can eat it on its own, or serve it in lettuce cups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 17 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

KETO TUNA SALAD



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This keto tuna salad is a low carb take on classic, creamy, lightly tangy tuna salad that's perfect for lunch. Served in lettuce cups, over greens, on keto bread, or by itself, you'll love this quick and easy lunch option when you're low carb! 0g net carbs

Provided by Cheryl Malik

Categories     Meal Prep

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 5-ounce cans tuna (packed in water, drained)
½ cup mayonnaise (or less, to taste)
¼ cup celery (finely chopped, about 1 rib)
½ tablespoon dill relish
½ tablespoon lemon juice (fresh)
1 clove garlic (minced)
salt
black pepper (freshly ground)

Steps:

  • Mix all of the ingredients together.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 256 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 37 mg, Sodium 379 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 18 g

KETO TUNA SALAD



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Our keto tuna salad is the same recipe my mom made when I was a kid! These days we serve it in lettuce wraps or stuffed into mini sweet peppers instead of white bread. It's one of our favorite lunches and is easy to make ahead.

Provided by Karly Campbell

Categories     Seafood

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

20 ounces canned tuna, packed in water
1 rib celery, minced
3 tablespoons minced red onion
3 tablespoons dill relish
¾ cup mayonnaise, see notes
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried dill
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Drain the tuna well and place in a large bowl with the celery, red onion, and dill relish. Stir to combine.
  • Add the mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, dill, and salt and pepper to a small bowl and whisk to combine.
  • Pour the dressing over the tuna and stir well.
  • Taste and additional salt and pepper or mayonnaise to reach the taste and consistency you prefer.
  • Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for 3 to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 51 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 23 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 23 grams protein, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 649 milligrams sodium, Sugar 1 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams unsaturated fat

KETO TUNA SALAD



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Enjoy on a sandwich or on its own for a low-carb quick meal!

Provided by Jacob Collins

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (6 ounce) cans water-packed tuna, drained
2 (6 ounce) cans olive oil-packed tuna, drained
¾ cup reduced-fat olive oil mayonnaise
2 stalks celery, chopped
½ lime, juiced
¼ red onion, chopped
2 tablespoons mustard
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine water-packed tuna, oil-packed tuna, mayonnaise, celery, lime juice, red onion, mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 56.1 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 46.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 1026.8 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use high-quality tuna. Look for tuna that is packed in water or oil, not brine.
  • If you are using canned tuna, drain it well before adding it to the salad.
  • Add your favorite vegetables to the salad. Some good options include celery, onions, cucumbers, and tomatoes.
  • For a creamy salad, add mayonnaise or Greek yogurt.
  • For a tangy salad, add lemon juice or vinegar.
  • Season the salad with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Keto tuna salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or a snack. It is a great way to get your daily dose of protein and healthy fats. With so many different ways to make it, there is sure to be a keto tuna salad recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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