10-Minute High-Protein Tuna Salad (No Mayo)

This high protein tuna salad takes 10 minutes, skips mayo, and uses Greek yogurt, lemon, celery, cucumber, and herbs for a quick office lunch.

Why This High Protein Tuna Salad Works

Greek yogurt gives the salad a creamy texture without mayo, while celery, cucumber, and lemon keep it crisp and bright for meal prep.

• Total time: 10 minutes.
• Yield: 2 lunch servings.
• Best tuna: 2 drained 5-oz cans packed in water.
• Serving style: Lettuce cups, cucumber boats, or low-carb bowls.
• Storage: Refrigerate up to 2 days.

Ingredients

• 2 cans tuna in water, 5 oz each, drained
• 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1/3 cup diced celery
• 1/3 cup diced cucumber
• 2 tbsp finely diced red onion
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley
• 1/4 tsp kosher salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 6 romaine leaves, for serving

How to Make High Protein Tuna Salad

1. Add drained tuna, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to a bowl.
2. Flake and fold for 45 seconds.
3. Add celery, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
4. Fold for 30 seconds until evenly mixed.
5. Serve in lettuce cups or pack into 2 airtight lunch containers.

Office Lunch Meal Prep Tips

• Keep lettuce leaves dry until serving.
• Pack lemon wedges separately.
• Use a chilled lunch bag if commuting longer than 30 minutes.
• Do not leave tuna salad at room temperature for more than 2 hours.

For more quick lunches, see Low-Carb Avocado Chicken Salad, Mason Jar Salad Recipes, and Cottage Cheese Egg Bites.

High Protein Tuna Salad FAQ

Can I make it dairy-free?

Yes. Use mashed avocado instead of Greek yogurt and add 1 extra tsp lemon juice.

Can I use tuna packed in oil?

Yes. Drain it very well and skip the added olive oil.