Tuna Egg Salad with Crackers or Greens – Protein-Packed Meal Prep
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This Tuna Egg Salad is a creamy, high-protein meal perfect with crackers or greens. Easy, quick, and ideal for meal prep.
If you’re craving a quick, protein-packed meal that’s fresh, creamy, and incredibly satisfying, this Tuna Egg Salad with Crackers or Greens is your new go-to. Not only is it ridiculously easy to make, but it also fits perfectly into high-protein, easy meal prep recipes that keep you full and energized. Whether you scoop it onto crisp crackers or pile it high over leafy greens, this recipe becomes a fast favourite.
Growing up, there was always a bowl of tuna salad chilling in the fridge for busy days. But as I got older, I wanted something with more protein and more flavour. Adding chopped eggs, crunchy celery, and a bright squeeze of lemon completely transformed it. Now, this tuna egg salad lives in my fridge almost every week — especially for lunches I can grab in seconds. It feels nostalgic, comforting, and incredibly convenient.
Tips & Kitchen Hacks
- Mix the tuna and eggs gently so the salad stays chunky.
- Use tuna in water for a lighter version or tuna in oil for richer flavour.
- Add Greek yogurt for extra creaminess without too much mayo.
- Prep the eggs in advance — they store well for the week.
- Serve cold for the best texture and taste.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- High-protein and filling
- Takes less than 15 minutes to prepare
- Versatile — serve with crackers, greens, or in a wrap
- Stores well for meal prep
- Creamy, crunchy, refreshing, and satisfying
Tuna Egg Salad with Crackers or Greens – Protein-Packed Meal Prep
Course: LunchCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy3
servings15
minutes10
minutes320
kcalThis Tuna Egg Salad is a creamy, high-protein meal perfect with crackers or greens. Easy, quick, and ideal for meal prep.
Ingredients
- Salad Base:
2 cans tuna (water or oil, drained)
3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp Greek yogurt (optional)
1 stalk celery, finely diced
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt & pepper to taste
1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)- To Serve:
Whole-grain crackers or mixed salad greens
Directions
- First, prepare the hard-boiled eggs and let them cool completely.
- Drain the tuna well and transfer it to a mixing bowl.
- Add the chopped eggs, celery, and parsley.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice.
- Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently fold everything together.
- Season with salt and pepper, then taste and adjust as needed.
- Serve chilled with crunchy crackers or spooned generously over fresh greens.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Recipe Video
Notes
- Video Credits: Clean & Delicious
Serving Suggestions / Variations
- Add chopped pickles or relish for extra tang.
- Replace part of the mayo with mashed avocado.
- Mix in sweet corn or shredded carrots for more texture.
- Turn it into a wrap using whole-grain tortillas.
Final Thoughts
This Tuna Egg Salad with Crackers or Greens proves that simple meals can still be incredibly nourishing and satisfying. With creamy texture, refreshing crunch, and tons of high-quality protein, it’s perfect for busy days when you want something ready in minutes. Enjoy it as a light lunch, a snack, or a full meal prep option — it always hits the spot.
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