Description
This classic tuna salad recipe provides a simple, delicious, and versatile dish perfect for sandwiches, salads, or wraps. It combines canned tuna with mayonnaise, celery, and a few key seasonings for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained well
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup finely chopped celery
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- â…› teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, flake the drained tuna with a fork.
- Add the mayonnaise, celery, red onion (if using), Dijon mustard (if using), salt, and pepper to the bowl.
- Mix gently until all ingredients are well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice or a pinch of dill.
- If you prefer a creamier texture, add a little more mayonnaise.
- This tuna salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Lunch
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg