Classic Tuna Salad
This Classic Tuna Salad delivers 23g protein and 420 calories per serving, making it a high-protein lunch that requires zero cooking skill. Quick-preps 4 servings and stores for days, covering your midweek meal needs without stovetop time. Built for lifters who need consistent protein intake between training sessions.
Ingredients
- •Canned Tuna(340g)
- •Celery(240g)
- •Walnuts(60g)
- •Green Onion (Scallion)
- •Mayonnaise, Regular(120g)
- •Lemon Juice, Fresh(15g)
- •¼ Tsp Black Pepper (Freshly Cracked, $0.02)
- •¼ tsp salt ($0.02)
Instructions
- 1Drain the canned tuna well. Finely dice the celery, chop the walnuts, and slice the green onions.
- 2Combine the tuna, celery, walnuts, green onions, mayonnaise, lemon juice, pepper, and salt in a bowl. Stir to combine.
- 3Serve as a sandwich, salad over a bed of greens, or with crackers and vegetables for dipping. Refrigerate up to four days.
Nutrition — Per Serving
420
calories
23g
protein
35g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 4g
- Saturated fat
- 5.1g
- Sodium
- 559 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 2.0g
4 servings per batch · ~194g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Classic Tuna Salad have per serving?
Each serving provides 23g of protein and 420 calories with 35g fat and only 4g carbs, giving you a high-fat, low-carb protein option.
How long does Classic Tuna Salad take to prepare?
This recipe has quick prep time and makes 4 servings, allowing you to assemble multiple lunch portions rapidly without cooking time.
Is Classic Tuna Salad good for fat loss?
At 23g protein and 420 calories per serving with minimal carbs, this recipe fits fat loss phases when you're prioritizing protein satiety in a caloric deficit. The high fat content keeps you satisfied between meals.
