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Tuna Salad Recipe

Tuna Salad Recipe

This easy Tuna Salad Recipe is a quick, protein-packed meal perfect for lunch, light dinners, or meal prep. Creamy, fresh, and full of crunch, it comes together in minutes using simple pantry ingredients. Serve it in sandwiches, wraps, lettuce cups, or enjoy it straight from the bowl for a satisfying bite anytime.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Canned tuna – 2 cans about 280 g, drained
  • Mayonnaise – 60 g ¼ cup
  • Celery – 40 g 1 stalk, finely chopped
  • Red onion – 20 g 2 tbsp, finely diced
  • Lemon juice – 15 ml 1 tbsp
  • Dijon mustard – 5 g 1 tsp
  • Fresh parsley or dill – 5 g 1 tbsp, chopped
  • Salt – 2 g ½ tsp or to taste
  • Black pepper – 1 g ¼ tsp or to taste
  • Optional chopped pickles or relish – 30 g 2 tbsp

Method
 

  1. Drain tuna thoroughly and place it in a mixing bowl.
  2. Flake tuna gently with a fork until evenly broken apart.
  3. Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice and mix until creamy.
  4. Stir in celery, red onion, herbs, and optional pickles.
  5. Season with salt and black pepper and mix gently.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Chill for 10–15 minutes for best flavour, then serve as desired.

Notes

Drain tuna well to prevent a watery salad.
Add mayonnaise gradually to control creaminess.
Fresh lemon juice enhances flavour and freshness.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
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