Description
This Tuna Salad recipe is a classic favorite that’s quick and easy to make. Perfect for a light lunch or a simple meal prep option, this dish is packed with flavor and protein.
Ingredients
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Tuna Salad:
- 2 (5 oz) cans tuna, drained (packed in water or oil)
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon or yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
- 1 tablespoon chopped dill pickles or relish
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional:
- Chopped hard-boiled egg
- Fresh dill or parsley
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the tuna, mayonnaise, mustard, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth and well blended.
- Stir in the celery, red onion, and pickles or relish.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add any optional mix-ins, then chill for 15–30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
- Serve on bread, in lettuce wraps, with crackers, or stuffed into a tomato or avocado.
Notes
- Use Greek yogurt or mashed avocado in place of some mayo for a lighter version.
- This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Great for meal prep, sandwiches, or quick lunches.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
