Fresh Mixed Salad with Tuna Salad Topping 🥗
This healthy and refreshing salad is loaded with fresh veggies, protein-packed tuna salad, and flavorful ingredients that make it nutritious and delicious!
🌿 Ingredients:
For the Salad:
✅ 4 large leaves of butter lettuce or Romaine lettuce
✅ 1 cucumber, sliced into rounds
✅ 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
✅ 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
✅ ¼ cup black olives (optional)
For the Tuna Salad Topping:
✅ 1 can tuna (drained)
✅ 2 tbsp Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
✅ 1 tbsp red onion, finely chopped
✅ 1 tbsp celery, finely chopped
✅ ½ tsp lemon juice
✅ ½ tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
✅ Salt & black pepper, to taste
🥣 Instructions:
1️⃣ Prepare the Tuna Salad:
- In a bowl, mix tuna, Greek yogurt (or mayo), red onion, celery, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Stir well and chill for 5-10 minutes.
2️⃣ Assemble the Salad:
- Arrange lettuce leaves on a large plate.
- Add sliced cucumber, tomatoes, hard-boiled eggs, and olives.
- Place the tuna salad in the center of the lettuce.
3️⃣ Garnish & Serve:
- Sprinkle with fresh dill, parsley, or black pepper.
- Enjoy as is or drizzle with olive oil & lemon juice.
📊 Nutritional Info (Per Serving, Approximate):
- Calories: 230-280 kcal
- Protein: 25g
- Carbs: 8g
- Fat: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
🌟 Benefits of This Salad:
✔ High in Protein – Keeps you full longer!
✔ Low in Carbs & Keto-Friendly – Perfect for weight loss.
✔ Rich in Vitamins & Antioxidants – Great for skin & immunity.
✔ Heart-Healthy Ingredients – Supports good cholesterol levels.
❓ Q&A:
Q: Can I use canned salmon instead of tuna?
A: Absolutely! Canned salmon is a great substitute and rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
Q: How can I make this salad vegan?
A: Swap tuna for chickpeas or mashed avocado and use vegan mayo or hummus instead of yogurt.
Q: Can I add a dressing?
A: Yes! A simple olive oil & lemon vinaigrette or a balsamic glaze would complement it well.
Would you like a spicier version or a different dressing suggestion? 😊