Tuna without mayo

MaddyT122

I use plain Greek yogurt. At first, I added a spoonful of mayo, which made a huge difference. After some time, I stopped adding any and really don't notice the difference anymore. Plus, as someone above said, it look better in my logs.

reyoflightphoto

oldsoul918 wrote: »

I mix one can of very well-drained (this is key!) tuna with an egg, 1 tsp of sriracha seasoning and 1 tsp of dried dill weed. I let the flavors gel for about an hour (not sure if that's really a thing or if it's all in my head ) then I form 2 patties and cook them over medium heat. Sometimes I top them with a bit of greek yogurt and relish eat them on a sandwich thin and sometimes I just eat them plain. I only eat one per meal...the other warms up great for lunch the next day. They're just over 100 calories each (for the patty only) because I don't use oil or cooking spray in the pan at all.

Thanks for this idea. YUM I am trying this tomorrow. :-)

Rick_Nelson81

Alton Brown has pretty decent recipe for "Tuna Croquettes" which are basically tuna burgers. You can adjust the recipe to lower the sodium, and add whatever you want, but they're a delicious way to eat some tuna without mayo or tarter sauce.

arditarose

I put the tuna on a bed of lettuce. I add two wedges of laughing cow cheese and chipotle sauce. I put it in my mouth, get some fuel, taste the macros and get on with my day.

Lounmoun

I use mayo with tuna on a sandwich. If I don't want to do that then I put it in a salad.
I like the Starkist flavored tuna pouches. They have all kinds of flavors. Maybe those could inspire you.

ltssharon

SpleenThief wrote: »

I've tried with avocado. I've tried with hummus. A bit of lemon and olive oil? Yep. They're not bad but they're not exactly good, either. What are your favorite recipes for canned tuna without mayo?

Well, I use Miracle Whip Lite 20 cals per tablespoon, and maybe a little pickle relish or apples

ltssharon

Well I use Miracle Whip Lite 20 cals per tablespoon and maybe a little pickle relish or apples

norwood5

I love one of the flavor packets that is lemon pepper with a little mozzarella cheese melted on top in the microwave or toaster. Very yummy when warm with gooey cheese, and adds some extra protein!

joeysmom1976

Avocado, cilantro, jalapeño , red onion and a dash of salt . It's so good and fresh tasting!!

RaeBeeBaby

Plain greek yogurt with all the fixin's for tuna salad (chopped pickle, onion, celery and hard boiled egg). If I really want a "skinny" version, I'll feed the egg yolks to the dogs and just use the egg white.

Hubby's version is made with Veganaise (dairy & egg free) mayo since he's not a yogurt fan. I converted him from a lifetime of Miracle Whip.

I'm a tuna snob. I love tuna, but I only eat solid white albacore packed in water (no salt, broth, or oil added). My grandma worked at Bumble Bee for 30 years, so I have insider information.

augustremulous

Not to be difficult, but have you considered switching to canned sardines instead? A lot more flavor and not dry like tuna is. No mayo needed. They often comes in lovely flavors, like smoked in olive oil and lemon. And you get a ton of omega 3 with them.

yoursingingrealtor

Try a salad dressing. Poppyseed dressing tastes good with it to me.

ctsouza

Asian tuna salad! So delicious, especially in a lettuce wraps with a little hoisin sauce and sriracha drizzled

-1/2c shredded carrots
-1c shredded red cabbage
-2 green onions thinly sliced
-1/4c cilantro
-2 cans drained chunk white tuna
-1 clove garlic minced
-1tsp grated ginger
-3tbsp rice wine vinegar
-1tbsp sesame oil
-red pepper flakes, salt and pepper to your taste

lucys1225

I don't like canned tuna but I put umeboshi vinegar, olive oil and salt and pepper with broccoli slaw and cut up roasted chicken and it's great.

rosgonz20

Mexica style, pico de gallo,& lime, and by the way same with sardine

Wickedfaery73

I don't drain all the of water and use Hellmans with olive oil

synchkat

Awww man I love tuna sandwiches but I can't eat them as I get tummy aches. When I did eat it and if I were to its gotta have mayo and celery

CLK63

I put plain yogurt, diced dill pickle, a little pickle juice out of the jar, black pepper and dried dill weed. Sometimes I will put green onions instead of the pickle. I always buy the solid white tuna, it's just better.

jennineguidry1964

I throw it on top of a nice salad with balsamic vinegar and a little olive oil.

Madelinec117

Due to food allergies, I use Sour Cream, Dill Pickle Relish, a little mustard, salt and pepper.

MelissaPhippsFeagins

JeromeBarry1 wrote: »

Real men drink coffee black and eat tuna plain.

So does this real woman - the tuna, I mean. Coffee may or may not have half and half, but usually does.

felicia__nicole

Miracle Whip

Tamijennelle

I put lemon pepper and hot sauce on it and eat it straight from the can.

GaleHawkins

starkist.com/products/solid-light-tuna-in-extra-virgin-olive-oil

This is awesome in my view and comes in a 'man ready' pop a top can. It works well with my macro.

King_Spicy

I have no problem eating tuna straight out of the can with no mayo. However, my macros allow it, and solid white albacore is a lot harder to go down without it compared to the Chunk Light........and I prefer the albacore as it has half the sodium and 1/3 more protein.

cryptobrit

AmazonMayan wrote: »

If you're looking for that creaminess use cottage cheese or laughing cow cheese (mash it to cream it before adding tuna). I also add various chopped veg like onion, peppers - sweet or hot, cucumber, fresh spinach, pickles, etc. Add in some herbs.

Laughing Cow cheese: wonderful. Far better than Dairylea in my opinion. Even my hubby who wasn't really into things like this will eat them. In fact I will reach for the box in the fridge to find just one left. My favourite is the blue cheese one. Not overpowering at all.

ilfaith

I like to add a dollop of plain yogurt, a dash (or two) of curry powder, and some chopped green apple.

MlleKelly

I LOVE THIS ONE. budgetbytes.com/2012/10/tuna-white-bean-salad/

Budget Bytes is literally my favorite. Everything I've ever made using this site is super delicious and so easy. My husband makes this tuna salad at least once a week. Try it with the green onion. Delish.

pebble4321

amusedmonkey wrote: »

I've always had tuna without mayo, and only learned people use mayo with it on the internet. Tuna, olive oil, capers, a diced tomato, a diced dill pickle, lemon juice, a pressed clove of garlic, dill weed and viola. If you like mayo you can make mock mayo with greek yogurt and vinegar. Not the real thing, but acceptable in a calorie pinch.

I'm glad I'm not the only one who thinks tuna with mayo is unusual... I think it's one of those US things!

I love tuna/avocado sandwiches - Sirena chilli tuna, mashed up avocado, splash of lemon juice and black pepper. On grainy/seedy bread. Yum!

xmichaelyx

I have a can of tuna in my lunch salad with some zesty Italian dressing. The dressing & tuna work well together.