1-First Step: Gather your ingredients Start by getting everything ready before you mix. Chop the carrot and celery, measure the mayo, hot sauce, dill, paprika, and sea salt, and open the tuna cans. Since this recipe takes only 5 minutes total, having all the ingredients ready makes the process even smoother.

2-Second Step: Add the tuna to a bowl Place the 2 5 oz cans of tuna into a medium-sized bowl. Do not drain the tuna, because the liquid helps create the right texture and keeps the salad from feeling too dry. If you prefer a firmer texture, you can rinse and pat dry the tuna first, but the original version is meant to stay moist.

3-Third Step: Mix in the vegetables and seasonings Add the diced carrot, chopped celery, fresh dill, paprika, and sea salt to the bowl. These ingredients build the base flavor and bring a nice crunch to every bite. The carrot adds a little sweetness, while the celery keeps the salad crisp and fresh.

4-Fourth Step: Add the creamy and spicy elements Spoon in the 1/4 cup mayo and the 2 tablespoons hot sauce of choice. This is where the buffalo flavor really comes through. Stir gently at first so the mayo and sauce start to coat the tuna, then mix more thoroughly until everything is evenly combined.

5-Fifth Step: Mix until fully combined Use a spoon or spatula to mix everything together well in the medium-sized bowl. Make sure the tuna is broken up into smaller pieces and all the ingredients are coated in the creamy buffalo mixture. Taste it at this stage and adjust the heat if needed. If you are making it for kids, you can reduce the hot sauce or leave it out completely.

6-Final Step: Serve and enjoy Serve your High Protein Buffalo Tuna Salad with chips, crackers, in lettuce wraps, or on a sandwich or salad. It is great as a quick lunch, an easy snack, or a light dinner. If you want extra texture, add avocado, serve it with blue cheese dressing, or pile it into a wrap for a more filling meal.