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Buffalo Tuna Salad

Buffalo Tuna Salad is a zesty and protein-packed twist on traditional tuna salad, perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or as a dip.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the salad
  • 1 can tuna, drained Use your preferred type of tuna.
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese For a creamier texture, use more cottage cheese or add Greek yogurt.
  • 1/4 cup celery, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup bell pepper, diced
  • 2 tablespoons buffalo sauce Adjust based on spice preference.
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For serving
  • as needed Bread, wraps, or crackers Use gluten-free options if necessary.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna and cottage cheese.
  2. Add the diced celery, red onion, and bell pepper to the bowl.
  3. Stir in the buffalo sauce and mix until well combined.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve the buffalo tuna salad in a sandwich, wrap, or with crackers.

Notes

To store Buffalo Tuna Salad, place it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir before serving if it has been stored for a while. Customizable by using flavored tuna or replacing cottage cheese with Greek yogurt.