Description
This easy Tuna Salad Recipe is a delightful combination of tender, high-quality canned tuna blended with crisp vegetables and a creamy dressing. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s the perfect solution for a satisfying meal that fits seamlessly into your busy lifestyle. Enjoy it as a light lunch, serve it on whole-grain bread for a filling sandwich, or add it to greens for a refreshing salad. With its rich flavors and nutritious ingredients, this tuna salad is not only delicious but also packed with protein and healthy fats to keep you energized throughout the day. Customize it with your favorite mix-ins like diced pickles or hard-boiled eggs for an extra twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (5 oz each) high-quality tuna (in water or oil)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
- 1/2 onion, finely diced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and flake it into a large bowl.
- Add the finely chopped celery and onion.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and stir until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- For best flavor, cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 60mg