Healthy tuna salads can be hard to find. Most recipes use a lot of mayonnaise to give it flavor and moisture. But it is possible to make a healthy tuna salad.

According to the author of this recipe, cooking for two is a challenge. Making a healthy tuna salad is another challenge. But this well-seasoned salad with distinctive dill flavor fits the bill.

By Rebecca Schweizer, Chesapeake, Virginia. Featured on Taste of Home

Healthy Tuna Salad: Herbed Tuna Salad Recipe

Ingredients (makes 2 servings)

• 1 can (6 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
• 1-1/2 teaspoons dill weed
• 1/8 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• Pinch cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon reduced-fat sour cream
• 3 cups Boston lettuce leaves
• 6 grape tomatoes, sliced

Optional: Sliced cucumber and fresh dill

Directions

1. In a small bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. Combine the mayonnaise and sour cream; stir into the tuna mixture.

2. Divide the salad greens between 2 plates. Top with tuna mixture and tomatoes and, if desired, cucumbers and dill.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories: 170
Fat: 2g
Carbs: 149
Fat: 12
Protein: 25g