Tuna Salad

Tuna salad is a classic dish that can be easily adapted to fit a ketogenic lifestyle. This guide will walk you through creating a delightful Keto Tuna Salad featuring white albacore tuna, creamy mayonnaise, crunchy celery, and zesty red onion, all served over crisp butter lettuce. With the addition of fresh tomatoes, cucumber slices, olives, and hard-boiled eggs, this salad is not only satisfying but also packed with nutrients.

Let’s dive into the ingredients, preparation steps, and some helpful tips!

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Tuna Salad

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

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Ingredients

• Here’s what you’ll need to make this refreshing Tuna Salad:
• For the Salad:
• 1 can (5 oz) white albacore tuna, drained
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (preferably avocado or olive oil-based for keto)
• 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 2 cups butter lettuce leaves, washed and dried
• 1 medium tomato, sliced
• 1/2 cucumber, sliced
• A handful of olives (green or black), pitted and sliced
• 1 hard-boiled egg, sliced
• Fresh lemon juice (to taste)
• Extra virgin olive oil (for drizzling)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Tuna Mixture:
2. In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna with mayonnaise, chopped celery, and red onion. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Assemble the Salad:
4. On a large plate or salad bowl, lay down the butter lettuce leaves as a base.
5. Spoon the tuna mixture generously over the lettuce.
6. Add Fresh Vegetables:
7. Arrange the sliced tomatoes and cucumbers around the tuna salad.
8. Scatter olives on top for added flavor.
9. Finish with Egg and Dressing:
10. Place the sliced hard-boiled egg on top of the salad.
11. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the entire salad and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil for a finishing touch.
12. Serve:
13. Enjoy your Keto Tuna Salad immediately for the freshest taste!

Notes

• Choose Quality Tuna: Opt for high-quality canned tuna packed in water or olive oil for better flavor and nutrition.
• Customize Your Salad: Feel free to add other low-carb vegetables like bell peppers or radishes for extra crunch.
• Make Ahead: This salad can be made ahead of time; just keep the dressing separate until serving to maintain freshness.

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