Description

This Easy Buffalo Tuna Salad is a high-protein, flavorful dish perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. Combining tender tuna with crunchy celery, sharp red onions, creamy cottage cheese, and a spicy Buffalo sauce dressing, this salad packs a punch of taste and nutrition. It’s simple to prepare with no cooking required, making it an ideal choice for busy days.

Ingredients

Scale

Salad Ingredients

2 (5 oz) cans tuna (drained and flaked)
½ cup celery, finely chopped (~2 stalks)
¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
¾ cup cottage cheese

Dressing and Seasoning

3 Tbsp Buffalo sauce (Primal Kitchen brand recommended)
2 Tbsp lemon juice
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika
¼ tsp kosher salt (more to taste)
¼ tsp black pepper (more to taste)

Instructions

Prepare Tuna: Flake the tuna into a medium or large bowl. If using Safe Catch or Wild Planet tuna, there is no need to drain it.
Chop Veggies and Mix: Finely chop the celery and red onion. Add them along with the cottage cheese to the flaked tuna, then mix well.
Add Flavorings: Pour in the lemon juice, Buffalo sauce, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Combine and Adjust: Mix all ingredients thoroughly until evenly combined. Taste the mixture and add extra Buffalo sauce or salt if desired.
Serving Tip: Chop vegetables ahead of time for quick assembly during mealtime.

Notes

For more heat, increase the amount of Buffalo sauce.
This salad can be served on its own, over greens, or with crackers.
Use full-fat or low-fat cottage cheese based on dietary preference.
Can be refrigerated for up to 2 days; stir well before serving.
Substitute lemon juice with lime juice for a citrus variation.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Buffalo tuna salad, high protein tuna salad, easy tuna salad, no cook salad, healthy lunch recipe, spicy tuna salad