Description
A quick and refreshing Cucumber Tuna Salad perfect for a light meal or snack. This no-cook recipe combines canned tuna with crisp cucumber and flavorful seasonings for a satisfying and easy-to-make dish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained
- ½ cup cucumber, diced
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried dill (or 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped)
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Drain canned tuna and place it in a medium-sized bowl.
- Dice Cucumber: Dice cucumber into small pieces to ensure even distribution and crisp texture in the salad.
- Combine Ingredients: Add diced cucumber, onion powder, dill, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard to the bowl with tuna.
- Mix Together: Gently stir all ingredients until well combined, making sure tuna breaks up evenly and the dressing coats everything.
- Season: Taste the mixture and adjust with salt and black pepper according to your preference.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately or refrigerate to allow flavors to meld before serving later.
Notes
- For fresher flavor, use fresh dill instead of dried dill.
- Adjust the amount of mayonnaise for desired creaminess or substitute with Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
- This salad is best served chilled but can be eaten at room temperature if preferred.
- Great served on toasted bread, crackers, or over a bed of greens.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
