Description
This Quick and Easy Classic Tuna Salad Recipe is a comforting, satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknights or spontaneous lunches. It's a timeless delight that brings joy and flavor without fuss.
Ingredients
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2 (5-ounce) cans Albacore tuna in water, drained well
1/2 cup Mayonnaise
2 Celery stalks, finely diced
1/4 cup Red onion, very finely minced
2 tablespoons Sweet pickle relish
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
1/8 teaspoon Salt
1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Drain the tuna thoroughly in a fine-mesh sieve, pressing out as much liquid as possible
- Finely dice the celery and mince the red onion, then add to the bowl with the tuna
- Combine the mayonnaise, relish, mustard, black pepper, and salt into the bowl
- Gently mix all ingredients together with a fork until just combined
- For the best flavor, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving, but it's fine to eat immediately
- Serve the salad on bread, crackers, or lettuce cups and garnish with parsley if desired
Notes
For a healthier alternative, consider substituting Greek yogurt or avocado for part or all of the mayonnaise.
Chill time is recommended to let flavors meld.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 35mg