Easy Buffalo Tuna Salad: High Protein & Quick Meal Prep (Print Version)
Buffalo Tuna Salad offers a high-protein, quick meal prep solution. Enjoy this spicy, flavorful dish for lunch or a light dinner. Ready in minutes!
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 8 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 38 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Gluten-Free
# Ingredients:
→ The Protein Powerhouse
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3 (5-ounce) cans tuna, packed in water, drained
→ Creamy Buffalo Fusion
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1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% fat)
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1/4 cup light mayonnaise
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1/4 cup Buffalo-style hot sauce
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1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp onion powder
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1/4 tsp smoked paprika
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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1/4 tsp salt
→ Crisp & Colorful Add-ins
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2 medium celery stalks, finely diced
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1/4 cup red onion, finely minced
→ Fresh Herb Brightness
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2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped (for garnish, optional)
# Instructions:
01 -
Thoroughly drain the 3 (5-ounce) cans tuna, packed in water. Press out as much liquid as possible to prevent a watery salad. Transfer the drained tuna to a large mixing bowl, ready for your Easy Buffalo Tuna Salad: High Protein & Quick Meal Prep.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup light mayonnaise, 1/4 cup Buffalo-style hot sauce, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/4 tsp smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp salt until smooth and well combined. This forms the creamy base for your Easy Buffalo Tuna Salad: High Protein & Quick Meal Prep.
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Finely dice 2 medium celery stalks and finely mince 1/4 cup red onion. These crisp and colorful add-ins will provide essential texture and a fresh bite to your tuna salad. Set aside until ready to combine.
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Add the finely diced 2 medium celery stalks and finely minced 1/4 cup red onion to the large bowl with the drained tuna. Gently flake the tuna with a fork if desired, ensuring it's well mixed with the vegetables.
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Pour the prepared Buffalo dressing over the tuna and vegetable mixture. Gently fold everything together until all ingredients are evenly coated. Ensure no dry spots remain for a perfectly creamy Easy Buffalo Tuna Salad: High Protein & Quick Meal Prep.
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Taste the Easy Buffalo Tuna Salad: High Protein & Quick Meal Prep and adjust salt, pepper, or hot sauce to your preference. For best flavor, cover and refrigerate for at least 15-30 minutes before serving, allowing the flavors to meld.
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Before serving, sprinkle with 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped, if using, for a touch of fresh herb brightness. Serve your delicious Easy Buffalo Tuna Salad: High Protein & Quick Meal Prep as desired.
# Notes:
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This versatile tuna salad is fantastic in lettuce cups, whole-wheat pita pockets, on crackers, or as a protein-packed topping for a green salad.
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Store leftover Easy Buffalo Tuna Salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. It's perfect for quick lunches throughout the week!
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For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash more Buffalo-style hot sauce. If you don't have Greek yogurt, you can use all light mayonnaise, but the protein content will differ.
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To save time, chop your celery and red onion ahead of time and store them in the fridge. You can also pre-mix the dressing ingredients and keep them separate until ready to combine with the tuna.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Large mixing bowl
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Measuring cups
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Measuring spoons
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Fork
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Knife
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Cutting board
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 176 kcal
Total Fat: 6 g
Total Carbohydrate: 5 g
Protein: 26 g