Creamy Dill Tuna Cucumber Salad 🥒🐟🥗
Description
This Creamy Dill Tuna Cucumber Salad is a light, protein-packed salad made with tuna, crunchy cucumbers, red onions, fresh dill, and a creamy Greek yogurt dressing. It’s refreshing, low in carbs, and perfect for meal prep, sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or a healthy lunch. The combination of tangy lemon, fresh herbs, and tender tuna creates a delicious salad that’s both satisfying and nutritious.
Servings
Serves: 4–6 people
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: None
Total Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna, drained
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: 2 tablespoons chopped pickles
Instructions
Step 1
Drain the tuna and place it in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Add diced cucumber, red onion, dill, and pickles if using.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Step 4
Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently stir until everything is evenly coated.
Step 5
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 6
Cover and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
Serve chilled with crackers, lettuce wraps, sandwiches, or enjoy on its own.
Notes
- Greek yogurt keeps the salad creamy while adding extra protein.
- Fresh dill gives the salad its bright, refreshing flavor.
- Cucumbers add crunch and freshness.
Tips
Use canned chicken instead of tuna for variation.
Add celery for extra crunch.
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Serve in lettuce cups for a low-carb meal.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 190
- Protein: 23g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fat: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
Approximate values.
Health Benefits
- High in lean protein for muscle support and satiety.
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from tuna.
- Greek yogurt provides probiotics and calcium.
- Low-carb and meal-prep friendly.
- Fresh vegetables provide vitamins and antioxidants.
Q&A
Q: Can I use mayonnaise instead of Greek yogurt?
Yes, but Greek yogurt is lighter and higher in protein.
Q: Can I make it ahead?
Absolutely! It tastes even better after chilling.
Q: Can I freeze this salad?
No, freezing changes the texture of the yogurt and cucumbers.
Q: What can I serve it with?
Crackers, toast, lettuce wraps, stuffed avocados, or sandwiches.
Final Thoughts
This Creamy Dill Tuna Cucumber Salad is fresh, creamy, and incredibly easy to make. Packed with protein and crunchy vegetables, it’s the perfect healthy lunch, meal-prep recipe, or light dinner.