Description
This classic Tuna Salad recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make option for a protein-packed meal. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or atop a bed of greens, this versatile dish is sure to become a favorite in your lunch rotation.
Ingredients
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Canned Tuna Salad:
- 2 cans (5 ounces each) tuna in water, drained
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon sweet or dill pickle relish (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley or dill for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine drained tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, celery, red onion, relish, and lemon juice. Mix well.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh herbs.
- Serve: Chill and use in sandwiches, wraps, lettuce cups, or as a salad topping.
Notes
- For a lighter option, consider using Greek yogurt instead of mayo.
- Variations include adding chopped hard-boiled eggs or apples.
- Keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 360 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
