Description
This Green Goddess Tuna Salad is a creamy, herb-packed, and nutritious dish perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. Combining protein-rich tuna with fresh herbs, avocado, and a tangy dressing made from Greek yogurt and mayonnaise, it’s a flavorful and healthy salad that pairs perfectly with mixed greens or as a sandwich filling.
Ingredients
Tuna Salad
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in water, drained
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 avocado, mashed
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup chopped cucumber
To Serve
- Mixed greens or lettuce leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a medium bowl, combine the plain Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, mashed avocado, chopped parsley, chives, tarragon, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Whisk these ingredients thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring the flavors are well blended.
- Combine salad ingredients: Gently fold in the drained tuna, chopped celery, and chopped cucumber into the dressing mixture. Mix carefully to combine everything evenly without breaking up the tuna too much.
- Adjust seasoning and serve: Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired. Serve chilled over a bed of mixed greens or lettuce leaves, or use the mixture as a filling for sandwiches or wraps.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute the Greek yogurt and mayonnaise with plant-based alternatives.
- For a smoother texture, blend the dressing ingredients in a food processor before mixing with the tuna and vegetables.
- This salad can be prepared ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
