Tuna Salad on Greens

Name: Tuna Salad on Greens
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 whole grain crackers; 4 cups romaine lettuce (chopped); 1 tomato (chopped); 1/4 red onion (chopped); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 3 tablespoons vinegar (red wine); 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1 dash black pepper; 5 ounces tuna, canned in water (drained); 1/3 cup mayonnaise, low-fat; 1/4 cup celery (chopped); 1 carrot (peeled and grated); 1/4 cup green onion (chopped)

Source: Cooking Demo II Food and Health Communications, Inc.

Published by the USDA MyPlate Kitchen library. Read from an archived copy of the source page captured 2025-12-31.

Tuna salad served on a bed of lettuce and veggies with a whole grain crackers on the side makes this an easy and delicious lunch. Have a piece of fruit as a tasty side dish or dessert.

Makes

4 servings

Ingredients

4 whole grain crackers
4 cups romaine lettuce (chopped)
1 tomato (chopped)
1/4 red onion (chopped)
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons vinegar (red wine)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 dash black pepper
5 ounces tuna, canned in water (drained)
1/3 cup mayonnaise, low-fat
1/4 cup celery (chopped)
1 carrot (peeled and grated)
1/4 cup green onion (chopped)

Directions

Wash hands with soap and water.
Toss lettuce, vegetables, oil, vinegar and herbs in a large salad bowl.
Mix ingredients for tuna salad in another medium sized mixing bowl.
Assemble salad by placing greens on a large plate. Top with a scoop of tuna salad.
Serve crackers on the side.

Notes

Learn more about: Lettuce Carrots Tomatoes Onions Celery

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