Tired of heavy, mayo-laden potato salads that leave you feeling sluggish? Get ready to meet your new favorite healthy obsession! This Healthy Potato Tuna Salad is not just another boring diet dish – it's a flavor-packed, protein-rich meal that will tantalize your taste buds while keeping your nutrition goals on track. With a creamy Greek yogurt base, fresh vegetables, and perfectly cooked potatoes, this recipe proves that healthy eating can be absolutely delicious and satisfying.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups potatoes, diced and boiled
- 1 can tuna, drained
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup celery, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh dill for garnish
Instructions
- Wash and dice potatoes into approximately 1/2-inch cubes, ensuring uniform size for even cooking.
- Place diced potatoes in a medium saucepan, cover with cold water, and add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce heat to medium and simmer potatoes for 10-12 minutes until tender but not mushy. Test doneness by piercing with a fork.
- Drain potatoes in a colander and rinse with cold water to stop cooking process. Allow potatoes to cool completely.
- Open tuna can and drain thoroughly, removing excess liquid. Flake tuna into small, even pieces using a fork.
- Finely chop celery and red onion into small, uniform pieces to ensure balanced flavor distribution.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled potatoes, flaked tuna, chopped celery, and red onion.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth and well-combined.
- Pour yogurt mixture over potato and tuna mixture, gently folding to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Cover and refrigerate for 15-30 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.
- Before serving, garnish with fresh chopped dill and serve chilled.
Tips
- Potato Perfection: Always start with cold water when boiling potatoes and salt the water to enhance flavor. Be careful not to overcook – you want them tender but still firm.
- Tuna Selection: Choose high-quality, water-packed tuna for a leaner option. Drain it thoroughly to prevent a watery salad.
- Chill for Flavor: Letting the salad rest in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
- Fresh Herb Hack: Chop fresh dill just before serving to maximize its aromatic flavor and visual appeal.
- Customization is Key: Feel free to add extra vegetables like chopped cucumber or bell peppers for more crunch and nutrition.
- Make-Ahead Magic: This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for 2-3 days, making it perfect for meal prep and quick lunches.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 15g
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 25mg
