Looking for a quick, healthy meal that’s packed with protein and big on flavor? This Cottage Cheese Tuna Salad is a modern, lighter twist on classic tuna salad—creamy without mayo, refreshing, and perfect for lunch, meal prep, or a post-workout bite. It comes together in minutes and keeps you full without weighing you down.
Ingredients
1 can tuna, drained
¾ cup cottage cheese
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon lemon juice
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional add-ins: diced celery, chopped pickles, red onion, or fresh herbs for extra crunch and flavor
Instructions
Add the drained tuna to a medium bowl and gently break it up with a fork.
Stir in the cottage cheese until well combined and creamy.
Add Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and lemon juice.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Mix everything well until evenly combined.
Cover and chill for 10–15 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
Serving Ideas
Enjoy it on whole-grain toast or rice cakes
Spoon it into lettuce wraps
Serve with sliced cucumbers or crackers
Eat it straight from the bowl for a low-carb option
Nutrition (approx. per serving, makes 2)
Calories: ~155
Fat: 5 g
Carbohydrates: 3 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 22 g
Simple, satisfying, and protein-packed—this is one salad you’ll keep coming back to