Don’t freak out! I know I’m posting an easy keto tuna salad recipe, but this doesn’t mean I’ve run out of recipe ideas or gone off my rocker! You probably know how to make keto tuna salad, but since I have it coming up a new meal plan I’m working on, I wanted it here as an easy reference with nutrition information included.
Not that you can’t figure out how to make a low carb tuna salad on your own – and probably do already, but I will say that my easy keto tuna salad recipe is pretty delicious though. It’s my son’s favorite, and the secret is in the dried onion flakes. They add a punch of flavor without the harsh sulfur burn of fresh onions that can turn some people off.
If you’re eating it right away, it also adds a little crunch, which we all love!
I’m calling for canned tuna in water, because I’d rather add my own fat in the form of mayonnaise (homemade if you have it – especially if you’re Whole 30) than have it swimming in low quality oil of questionable origin.
That being said, if you can get some decent tuna in olive oil or another good quality oil then that’s ok too, but you should probably calculate your own nutrition info since the fat and calories will likely be higher than in this easy keto tuna salad recipe.
This recipe calls for salt and pepper to taste because some tuna fish is saltier out of the can than others. I recommend mixing it without salt and pepper, tasting it and then adding what you think you’ll need at that point.
Look for a new addition to my free weekly keto meal plans featuring this easy keto tuna salad coming soon!
Keto Tuna Salad – Low Carb, Paleo, Whole 30
An easy keto tuna salad recipe that takes 2 minutes to make and doesn’t require any chopping! Kid friendly, low carb, paleo, whole 30 and Atkins approved!
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Keto Salad Recipe
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 cup canned tuna fish, drained (about 2 cans)
- 3 Tbsp of “real” mayonnaise (I prefer Duke’s or Hellman’s)
- 1 tsp dried onion flakes
- salt and pepper to taste.
Instructions
- Combine the tuna fish, mayonnaise, and dried onion flakes in a small bowl.
- Stir and taste.
- Season with salt and pepper as desired.
- The end.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 248
- Fat: 19
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Protein: 20
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Easy, simple, and delicious. I made this first on the soup diet plan, but now I make it for a snack or lunch every other week or so. So much protein and the onion flakes add a nice flavor!
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My ideal tuna salad has chopped celery and capers and mayo. That’s it. Maybe a little celery seed, too.
Thanks for sharing this recipe Melissa! I added some paprika to the tuna for a little extra kick :)
I love tuna salad…..a can of tuna is always in my pantry for emergencies (read: too tired to cook). My favorite zero carb addition is to add between 1/2 tsp or so of dried dill weed to it…..really adds a bright note to all the creaminess. Fresh dill is obviously even better if you have it. Toss in a few capers if you are feeling zingy.
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I am from Australia & wonder how many ounces of tuna to use?
I added a sliced boiled egg and sliced almonds on top of a chopped salad. Great idea using onion flakes. Next time I may add celery flakes. Thanks for a healthy simple meal idea!
Hi there, Firstly, love your recipes! And second, could you say how much the can of tuna weighs please. I’m not from the US so have no idea which can is the right size to get. Thank you.
I’d say the smallest can available. In the United States, it’s 5 oz. net weight.
I’ve been using dried onion flakes for tuna salad. It gives great flavor. And apart from that, it is good for the health especially if you are diabetic.
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Mellissa your recipes are so tasty and easy o follow. You must be a professional chef and/or instructor. Follow your directions and I end up with some great foods.
I make sweet pickle relish by adding sugar substitute to dill pickle relish. Then let it sit in fridge for a while.
My favorite recipe right now is egg fast custard, Just made the chicken vegetable soup, WOW, new love for turnips and radishes. You are AMAZING!!
Just finished egg fast, saved my diet, back within 3 of my low and back on track.
Thank you Mellissa for all your posts and help and great tasting food.