Description
Quick, protein-packed, and bursting with nostalgic comfort, this tuna salad is a classic with flexible flavor options and easy prep for any lifestyle.
Ingredients
1 can tuna (in water), drained
2 tbsp mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
1 stalk celery, finely diced
2 tbsp red onion, finely diced
2 tbsp sweet pickles or relish, chopped
1 tsp lemon juice
Salt and cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Drain canned tuna thoroughly.
2. Finely dice celery, red onion, and pickles.
3. In a bowl, flake the tuna with a fork.
4. Add mayo and Dijon mustard; mix gently.
5. Add chopped veggies and sweet pickles.
6. Squeeze in lemon juice, season with salt and pepper.
7. Chill for 10–15 minutes before serving.
Notes
Optional add-ins: chopped hard-boiled eggs, capers, avocado.
Flavor twists: jalapeños, sriracha, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar.
Serving ideas: sandwiches, lettuce wraps, stuffed avocados, wraps, rice cakes.
Stores well up to 3 days in fridge. Flavor improves overnight.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: tuna salad, easy lunch, healthy meal prep, classic tuna