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High-Protein Tuna Egg Salad

High-Protein Tuna Egg Salad

This High-Protein Tuna Egg Salad is a creamy, satisfying, and flavorful twist on your classic tuna salad. Packed with boiled eggs, creamy avocado, spicy jalapeño, Dijon mustard, and protein-rich cottage cheese, it’s a powerhouse of taste and nutrition. It’s perfect for meal prep, lunch, or a protein-packed snack, and can be enjoyed on toast, in a wrap, or straight from the bowl. With macros boasting over 80g of protein and under 850 calories for the full batch, it’s a must-try for anyone tracking macros or looking to eat clean without sacrificing flavor.

Author: Hunt4Shredz

Category: Salad

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Servings: 4 bowls

Calories: 231 kcal per serving

Ingredients

  • 4  - eggs
  • 1  - avocado
  • 1  - jalapeño
  • 1 tablespoon - Dijon mustard
  • ½  - lime
  • ½ cup - cottage cheese
  • 9 ounce - canned tuna
  • ⅛  - Salt
  • ⅛  - Pepper

Instructions

Instructions

  1. Boil the eggs for 10 minutes, then peel and chop them.
  2. In a large bowl, add chopped eggs, avocado, diced jalapeño, Dijon mustard, lime juice, and cottage cheese.
  3. Drain the canned tuna and add it to the mixture.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Mix everything until well combined.
  6. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for meal prep.

Nutrition

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