Best 4 Mayonnaise Free Tuna Salad Recipes

Tuna salad is a classic lunch option that is both delicious and easy to make. However, many traditional tuna salad recipes rely heavily on mayonnaise, which can be high in calories and fat. If you are looking for a healthier alternative, mayonnaise-free tuna salad is a great option. This lighter version of tuna salad is just as flavorful as the traditional version, but it is lower in calories and fat. It is also a good source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamins. With a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can have a delicious and healthy mayonnaise-free tuna salad that you can enjoy for lunch, dinner, or a snack.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

MAYO-FREE HUMMUS TUNA SALAD

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This is a wholesome, mayo-free tuna salad. I use hummus instead, and it is delicious!

Provided by sweetestdelicacy

Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 (12 ounce) can tuna, drained
½ cup hummus
½ cup chopped red onion
½ cup chopped red bell pepper
⅓ cup sweet relish
¼ cup chopped tomatoes
2 large hard boiled egg whites, chopped
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

Mix tuna, hummus, onion, bell pepper, relish, tomatoes, egg whites, Dijon, and black pepper together in a large bowl until well combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Cholesterol 25.2 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 437 mg, Sugar 8 g

MAYO-FREE TUNA SALAD

Mayo-Free Tuna Salad image

I just made this up because I wanted a healthy alternative to mayonnaise-laden tuna salad. It turned out to be a delightfully fresh tasting tuna salad.

Provided by zaden

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 1-2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 (6 ounce) can tuna
1/2 yellow pepper, finely chopped
1 pickle, finely chopped
1 green onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons pickle juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
pepper

Steps:

Combine all ingredients in bowl.
Serve as is, or as a light and fresh tuna sandwich.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525.1, Fat 35.7, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 64.6, Sodium 904.4, Carbohydrate 9.7, Fiber 2, Sugar 2.6, Protein 41.3

NO-MAYO TUNA SALAD

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This is my Mom's recipe for tuna salad which happens to contain no mayonnaise. Being Catholic, we had it every Friday night for dinner. Serve on bread or lettuce.

Provided by CCOVEY

Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

5 eggs
1 ¼ cups bread and butter pickles
2 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained
3 stalks celery, chopped
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon sweet pickle juice

Steps:

Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water and cool under cold running water. Peel.
Place the eggs and pickles into a food processor; pulse until roughly chopped. Transfer to a medium bowl and stir in tuna and celery. Season with salt and pepper, and stir in the pickle juice until thoroughly blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.5 calories, Carbohydrate 7.4 g, Cholesterol 167.6 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 470.3 mg, Sugar 7 g

NO-MAYO MEDITERRANEAN TUNA SALAD

No-Mayo Mediterranean Tuna Salad image

In this light but filling lunch, canned tuna-our consummate pantry pal-is tossed with a punchy lemon-caper vinaigrette and served with a crisp side salad. Try this once and you won't miss the mayonnaise-heavy alternative one bit.

Provided by Lauryn Tyrell

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 (5-ounce) can albacore tuna in water, drained
1 small bell pepper, halved, cored, and finely chopped (1 cup)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon grainy mustard
3 tablespoons chopped capers
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Dressed salad greens, such as escarole, for serving
Sliced cucumbers and crackers, for serving

Steps:

Place tuna in a bowl and flake with a fork. Add bell pepper, oil, lemon juice, mustard, capers, and parsley; stir well to combine and season with salt and pepper. Serve with salad greens, cucumbers, and crackers on the side.

Tips:

Use canned tuna packed in water for a healthier option.
For a creamier salad, use Greek yogurt or sour cream instead of mayonnaise.
Add some chopped celery or cucumber for extra crunch.
If you like a little bit of heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika.
Serve the salad on a bed of lettuce or with some crackers.

Conclusion:

Mayonnaise-free tuna salad is a healthy and delicious alternative to the traditional recipe. It is packed with protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and vegetables, and it is low in calories and fat. This salad is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner, and it can also be used as a sandwich filling or wrap. With so many variations to choose from, there is sure to be a mayonnaise-free tuna salad recipe that everyone will enjoy.