Ingredients
– 1 can (5 oz) tuna in water, drained
– 1 cup sweet peas (fresh or frozen)
– 1/4 cup finely chopped dill
– 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
– 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
– 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Optional: 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating the High Protein Sweet Pea and Dill Tuna Salad is simple and straightforward. Follow these steps:
1. Prepare Ingredients: If using frozen peas, thaw them under running water. Finely chop the dill and red onion.
2. Combine Base: In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, sweet peas, dill, and red onion.
3. Make Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, olive oil, and lemon juice until well mixed.
4. Mix Together: Pour the dressing over the tuna and pea mixture. Stir gently to combine everything cohesively.
5. Season: Taste the salad and add salt and pepper to your liking.
6. Chill (Optional): Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to enhance the flavors.
7. Serve: If desired, garnish with halved cherry tomatoes just before serving.
This simple recipe ensures that you create a delicious, healthy meal without any hassle.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: For variation, you can substitute canned chicken or chickpeas for the tuna to cater to different dietary preferences.