This tuna salad is your go-to solution for a quick, nutritious, and delicious meal. Whether you’re prepping for the day ahead or enjoying it for lunch, it’s simple, creamy, and always satisfying!
🔥 Prep Time: 10 minutes | 🍽️ Cook Time: 0 minutes (no cooking required) | ⏳ Total Time: 10 minutes | 🍴 Servings: 2-4
Ingredients:
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna in oil or water, drained
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup sweet relish or chopped pickles (optional)
- Fresh herbs (parsley or dill) for garnish (optional)
Let’s Cook!
Step-by-Step Instructions
Drain the tuna: Open the can of tuna and drain the excess liquid.
Combine the ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix the tuna with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, red onion, and celery.
Add seasoning: Stir in salt, pepper, and sweet relish or chopped pickles (if using). Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Garnish: Optionally, sprinkle fresh herbs like parsley or dill over the salad to add a fresh flavor boost.
Serve and enjoy: Serve your tuna salad on a bed of lettuce, with crackers, in a sandwich, or with veggies for dipping.
Perfectly quick, creamy, and delicious – a tuna salad made for busy days!
Tips & Variations:
- Add crunch: Toss in some chopped cucumber or bell pepper for extra crunch.
- Swap mayo: For a lighter option, use Greek yogurt or avocado as a mayo substitute.
- Spice it up: Add a dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper for a little heat.
- Make it a meal: Serve the tuna salad on whole-grain bread, in a wrap, or with mixed greens for a complete lunch or dinner.
Nutrition Information
Per serving (1/4 of the recipe):
Calories: 250
Fat: 18g
Carbs: 3g
Protein: 20g
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