Tuna Salad! Frankly, I dislike totally naming my food 'skinny' simply because life is to enjoy and food should be a slice of that enjoyment.
Why is this a skinny tuna salad?
But I have two reasons for calling this a skinny tuna salad, firstly, because it is indeed a salad that would look after your figure. Secondly, I need to put myself in that mode, the skinny mode which I need to switch on to from time to time. I can always do with shifting a couple of pounds off especially now when summer is around the corner and I need to get in the summer clothes. Hmmm, yes, not only getting into that nice summer clothes but also looking all right (ish) too.
This tuna salad is truly delicious and I can say that I actually could live on salads like this. The only trouble is that there is so much more food out there that I simply can't ignore, unfortunately. I am a foodie and I know it.
I ❤️ food way too much and I'm definitely not one of those that eat to live but on the contrary, I'm pretty much the type of those that live to eat. But, hey, nothing wrong with loving food, correct?! I suppose this is the reason why I still need to shift a few pounds every now and again ?. It’s fun.
I cannot say I don’t care really, because I do. I do care to eat healthily and to look after myself first because I am an example to my children. That can be done and food enjoyed at the same time.
Yeah, right! I'm just going to get on with this recipe then. You will undoubtedly love it. Why, well... no cooking is involved, it's high in protein, it's colourful, it's refreshing and super healthy. All the reasons on earth to love it, and above all reasons, it's so, so quick to prepare.
what veg to add to tuna salad?
The mayonnaise, of course, you could use a light one but I personally never do that. It is very little of it so go for the real stuff. Even a home-made one if you happen to have some. Beautiful!
I sometimes add 1-2 tablespoon Greek yoghurt to the vinaigrette, it is delish too so if you fancy doing this, go for it.
There are other ingredients that could be added to this salad such as grated, shaved or a julienned carrot, spring onion, fennel finely diced, tomatoes and cucumber (removing seeds and the juicy section) diced or grated kohlrabi, radish and so on.
The list can continue but I leave it now to your imagination. Increase the amount of vinaigrette if you like more of it by adding a tablespoon of cider vinegar and slightly more oil or mayo. Make it your own according to what you like.
Throw this super healthy salad into pitta bread pockets and have it as an absolutely yummy sandwich which you could take to work, a picnic or just have it at the comfort of your home while working or watching something nice on TV. So nice and totally mess-free.
Enjoy this yummy tuna salad or check these Red Cabbage Salad or the Broccoli Sprouts Salad out.
Tips
- You can replace this vinaigrette with a tablespoon or two of hummus. Quick and easy.
- Feel free to replace the tuna with any other fish whether that is canned fish or freshly baked one, leftover, it will be as delicious. I used many times canned wild salmon. Oh, soo good!
Here is the recipe, you lovely healthy food lover 😉 !
Chop, chop..and ....DONE! ✅
Skinny tuna salad
Ingredients
For the tuna salad:
- ½ red cabbage (organic)
- 1 can sweet corn (small can, organic)
- 2 cans tuna (in water or brine)
- 1 red pepper (organic)
- 2 stalks celery
- 1 can red kidney beans (organic)
- 1 green pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper or chillis optional
- 1 pinch black pepper (generous pinch, freshly ground)
- 1 handful stuffed olives (green pitted/stuffed olives, optional)
- 4-5 sprigs parsley (small springs, chopped)
For the salad vinnaigrette:
- 2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional) homemade it's the best one
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ lemon (squeezed)
- Pitta bread optional to serve with
Instructions
- Peel, wash and prepare all ingredients.
- Chop, shred or dice all according to how you wish the salad to look.
- In a larger bowl, throw in the canned tuna and with a fork just break the fish chunks into smaller pieces.
- Add the chopped veggies to the tuna and mix well. Sprinkle the salt and the pepper and mix again.
- In a little bowl mix all vinaigrette ingredients, the 2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon olive oil and the lemon juice from ½ lemon. Give these a nice energetic whisk and set aside.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and mix well until all veggies are nicely coated.
Notes
Peter says
Definitely, a recipe that I will make again. I love it for pre workout - I just leave the onions out but never skip those otherwise. A lovely and quick tuna salad -thanks for sharing!
Simona says
Thanks for sharing.This was awesome and so quick to make
Adelaide says
very nice tuna salad indeed! I have made it yesterday for lunch, put that in pita bread and my kids (no tuna fans at all) LOVED it. Thanks so much for this recipe Ramona!
Gal says
Protein and nutritionally exceptional. I absolutely love this recipe and I alternate tuna with other fish or chicken. Outstanding!
Ramona says
Thanks Gal. I agree 100%
Bobby says
Hey Ramona, I just wanted to let you know that this salad is on my plate 3 times a week - my go-to quick healthy salad. I may have become addicted to it but I am happy. It is so good! Thanks so much for this
Ramona says
Thank you so much dear Bobby - I do love this salad post-workout - it is simply great.
Neora says
This tuna salad recipe is absolutely excellent! Thank you so much for sharing - best student food 😉
Rose says
Appreciate the recommendations. Will try making this tuna salad recipe as soon as. It looks amazing!
Oscar says
This tuna salad is awesome!! I have made it many times and sometimes changes some ingredients according to what I had in my pantry. Awesome and so quick salad to make and take to work the next day but also perfect for a super quick lunch or dinner. .
Fern says
Excellent tuna salad recipe and so quick to make! It is a regular for me for work. I take it ready-made and a pita separately and put it together at work so it does not get soggy. I am in love with this big time! Thank you so much for sharing!
Ramona says
Absolutely! Thank you so much much dear Fern for your lovely feedback. I really appreciate it.
Piedro says
Hey! This was amazing, Thank you!
Beth says
I'm really loving this tuna salad. so simple and delicious. Ready in no time and it makes my perfect lunch when I WFH. Thanks for this Ramona x
Ramona says
Quick and yummy as I always say - lovely salad indeed. I make this a lot too when WFH. I am so glad you enjoyed.
Toby says
I am truly glad that I found this recipe - it is divine!!! My go-to recipe for work now, I just love it and I alternate between fish, chicken or turkey. Superb!
Lawra says
Delicious recipe. I have made this tuna salad a few times and wow, I just love it. You have tonnes of recipes here that I want to try. Fantastic blog! Keep them coming. Following you on social media too!
Ramona says
Thank you so much dear Lawra. I really appreciate it.
Mia says
I have made this tuna salad a dozen times and I have to say I enjoy it every time as if I have it for the first time. It is delicious and the ideas given are super great! Thanks for sharing this superb salad recipe Ramona.
Alicia de Moore says
I had a go at making this salad and it was a winner with my children and hubby alike. I would highly recommend the tuna salad to get children to eat their veggies. Ramona's recepies are my favourite.
Ramona says
Thank you so much dear Alicia, I am so happy your family enjoyed this tuna salad and I am thrilled to know you love my recipes, so kind! I hope to hear your feedback on other recipes you may have or have tried already. Have a wonderful Sunday! xx
Kide Place says
This tuna salad is super easy to make salad is healthy, light and refreshing and is great for a keto or low-carb diet.
Ramona says
Thank you Kide, It is indeed!