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Viral Tuna Cucumber Salad Recipe

Make this viral tuna cucumber salad in 10 minutes with Greek yogurt, dill and lemon for a crunchy high-protein lunch.

By Food Friends 22Published 6 September 2026Updated 20 September 2026✓ Tested by Food Friends
Viral Tuna Cucumber Salad Recipe
01Prep15 min
02CookNo cooking time
03Total time15 min
04Servings2 servings
05DifficultyEasy
06CategoryLunch

02 / Method

Method

  1. 01

    Cut the cucumber into thin half-moons and the onion into fine rings.

  2. 02

    Whisk yogurt, lemon juice, mustard, dill, salt and pepper into a dressing.

  3. 03

    Place the cucumber, onion and drained tuna in a bowl.

  4. 04

    Pour over the dressing and toss gently so the tuna stays chunky.

  5. 05

    Rest for 5 minutes, then serve with bread or potatoes.

03 / Allergens

Allergens

  • Fish
  • Milk
Gluten-free
Nutrition190 kcal · 25 g protein · 6 g fat · 8 g carbsEstimate per serving

04 / Storage

Storage

Refrigerate covered for up to 1 day. The cucumber softens after that.

05 / Substitutions

Substitutions

  • Use tinned salmon instead of tuna.
  • Replace yogurt with mayonnaise or plant-based yogurt.
  • Add capers or apple for extra freshness.

Always check the current ingredient list and allergen information on product packaging yourself. Substitutions may change allergens and nutritional values.

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