Description
Savor the fresh and delightful flavors of this easy Tuna Salad Recipe, perfect for any meal or gathering. This quick dish combines high-quality canned tuna with crisp celery, zesty red onion, and a creamy mayonnaise dressing, delivering a satisfying blend of textures that will keep you coming back for more. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create a nutritious salad that’s not only packed with protein but also versatile enough to customize with your favorite mix-ins like olives, avocado, or hard-boiled eggs. Whether served on whole grain bread for a hearty sandwich or alongside leafy greens for a light meal, this tuna salad is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
- 1 can (5 oz) high-quality chunk light tuna
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
- ¼ small red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons sweet pickles, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Drain the canned tuna thoroughly using a colander.
- Finely chop the celery and red onion.
- In a mixing bowl, combine drained tuna, chopped celery, red onion, sweet pickles, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard; mix gently until combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve chilled on whole grain bread or alongside leafy greens.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 50mg