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Lemon Dill Tuna Salad

blood sugar balancing dinner high protein high-fiber hormone-supportive lunch whole food-based Aug 02, 2025

 

Light. Fresh. Protein-packed. Perfect for lunch prep or quick dinners.
Makes 4 servings


🛒 Ingredients

Base:

  • 2 cans (5 oz each) wild-caught tuna in water, drained

  • 1/2 cup mashed chickpeas

Creamy Lemon Dressing:

  • 1/4 cup avocado oil mayonnaise

  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)

  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

  • 1 tsp lemon zest

  • 1/2 tsp sea salt (or to taste)

  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Veggies & Herbs:

  • 1 small shallot, finely diced

  • 1 celery stalk, finely diced

  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped


🥣 Instructions

  1. Flake + Mash
    In a large bowl, combine drained tuna and mashed chickpeas. Use a fork to gently break apart the tuna.

  2. Whisk Dressing
    In a small bowl, whisk together mayo, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, sea salt, and pepper until smooth.

  3. Layer the Flavour
    Add shallot, celery, dill, and parsley to the tuna mixture. Stir to combine.

  4. Dress It Up
    Pour the lemony dressing over the tuna salad. Mix gently until fully coated.

  5. Taste Test
    Adjust salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your liking.

  6. Serve Your Way
    Enjoy in lettuce wraps, on seed crackers, in a whole grain wrap, or over fresh greens.


Nourish Notes

  • Chickpeas add gut-loving fibre and creamy texture.

  • Lasts up to 3 days in the fridge.

  • For extra crunch, add sunflower seeds or diced pickles.

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