Lemon Pepper Tuna Salad

by Kayla Berman on April 19, 2023 0 comments

Lemon Pepper Tuna is an easy, healthy, and high protein lunch recipe! Made with white albacore tuna, lemon pepper seasoning, mayo, lemon juice, red onion, and fresh parsley … this low carb salad is light, bright, fresh, and flavorful. It is perfect to meal prep and enjoy throughout the week in sandwiches, wraps, or salads!

Looking for more salad recipes? Check out my Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad or Dill Pickle Egg Salad.

Light & Bright Low Carb Lunch Recipe

Everyone … I am obsessed with tuna fish! Scream it from the rooftops!

Wow, I never thought I would say that I am obsessed with fish that comes in a can. But, I am! I really truly am.

Tuna is so good for you! It’s like a protein powerhouse, which I absolutely love. I am always looking for good protein sources to implement into my diet.

Plus it’s also freaking tasty if you’re doing it right. Let me tell you … Lemon Pepper Tuna Salad does it right.

This tuna salad recipe is made with solid white albacore tuna, red onion, fresh parsley, fresh lemon juice, and lots of lemon pepper seasoning. It is light, bright, and super flavorful!

Plus it is a low carb, healthy recipe perfect to meal prep for lunches throughout the week. Or even dinners … I don’t discriminate!

You could even eat it right up as a quick snack with some crackers.

My Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps or Tunacado Sandwich are another great way to enjoy the wonderful fish!

Ingredients

This tuna salad recipe requires a handful of simple and fresh ingredients!

They come together to make a flavorful, protein-packed, and tasty low carb dish.

Ingredient Notes

Tuna – Make sure to use a high quality canned tuna for the best results. I like Bumble Bee Solid White Albacore in Water.
Mayo – Or light mayo for a lower calorie option.
Lemon – Fresh lemon juice adds extra lemon flavor.
Red Onion – See my Expert Tips section for a tip on cooking with raw red onion!
Fresh Parsley
Lemon Pepper Seasoning – The star of this recipe! I use this exact Lemon Pepper Seasoning.
Salt & Pepper

Substitutions & Additions

There are a few substitutions and additions you could make to this recipe for it to meet your personal preference, tastes, or needs!

Tuna: You or one of your family members not a fan of tuna? No problem! Simply swap in some canned chicken.

Mayo: Mayo can be replaced with greek yogurt here! Greek yogurt is a healthier option and using it is a great way to add a protein boost to this already protein packed recipe.

You can also do 1/2 mayo, 1/2 greek yogurt.

Seasoning: The lemon pepper blend seasons this tuna salad perfectly, but if you’re looking for an extra flavor boost try garlic powder, onion powder, or dried parsley.

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How To Make This Recipe

Tuna salad with lemon pepper is extremely easy to make! It is a no-cook, 15 minute recipe that is absolutely perfect to have on hand throughout the week.

Step By Step Instructions

Step 1: Add the drained canned tuna to a mixing bowl. Break up any large chunks.

Step 2: Add in the diced red onion, mayo, fresh lemon juice, fresh parsley, and lemon pepper seasoning. Combine thoroughly. Add salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 3: Serve in salads, sandwiches, and wraps. Enjoy!

Expert Tips

Use high quality, solid white tuna for the best results! I am a major fan of tuna, but trust me you do not want to skimp on quality when it comes to canned fish.

Add the lemon pepper seasoning bit by bit! Depending on the exact lemon pepper seasoning blend you have, you may need to use more or less than instructed. You also may not have to use salt and pepper, if your blend is heavy on those to begin with.

If enjoying this tuna salad leftover, make sure to liven it back up! It will dry up a bit as it sits in the fridge so I recommend adding a bit of mayo or extra fresh lemon juice. This will bring it right back to its original deliciousness.

If you think raw red onion has too strong of a flavor, soak it in cold water for a few seconds. This gets rid of that slightly offensive onion flavor and leaves a milder one perfect for salads.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is lemon pepper seasoning?

Lemon pepper seasoning is a blend of lemon zest and black peppercorns! Some blends also have additional ingredients – like garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

Where can I find lemon pepper seasoning?

You should be able to find lemon pepper seasoning in most grocery stores. I use the Frontier Co-Op Blend that I found at Whole Foods!

If you can’t find it at the grocery store you can also purchase it online. Here is one from Amazon!

How to best serve this recipe?

This tuna can be served in so many different ways!

I love it as a quick and easy lunch or dinner in sandwiches or wraps. It is also a great recipe to serve on top of a salad or in lettuce wraps for a low carb option.

You could even serve this recipe as a sort of dip for crackers! The options are truly endless.

How to best store this recipe?

This recipe can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep best 3-4 days!

For more detailed information check out this full post on how long tuna salad is good for.

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