Our Favorite Tuna Salad

Elevate your lunchtime routine with *Our Favorite Tuna Salad*, a quick and delicious recipe that takes just 15 minutes to prepare and serves up vibrant flavors in every bite. Made with tender canned tuna, creamy mayonnaise, tangy Dijon mustard, and a medley of fresh ingredients like crunchy celery, sweet pickle relish, and finely diced red onion, this dish is as versatile as it is satisfying. A hint of lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh parsley add a bright, refreshing touch that pairs perfectly with the savory, well-balanced dressing. Whether served in a sandwich, atop crisp lettuce, or alongside crackers, this easy tuna salad is perfect for meal prepping, picnics, or a light and healthy lunch. With its creamy texture and bold flavor, it's sure to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 5 oz cans canned tuna (in water, drained)
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
• 0.5 cup celery, finely diced
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Open the cans of tuna and drain them thoroughly. Use a fork to break apart the tuna into small flakes in a mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the mayonnaise, dijon mustard, celery, red onion, sweet pickle relish, chopped parsley, and lemon juice to the bowl with the tuna.

Step 3

Season with salt and black pepper. Start with 1/4 teaspoon each, and adjust to taste later if needed.

Step 4

Gently fold all the ingredients together using a spoon or spatula until well combined, ensuring the tuna absorbs the dressing and the vegetables are evenly distributed.

Step 5

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or a splash of lemon juice to brighten the flavors.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Serve chilled on toasted bread, in a wrap, on top of crisp lettuce leaves, or alongside crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	582.2 grams (582.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	868

Total Fat 49.20g	63%
Saturated Fat 4.70g	24%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 159mg	53%
Sodium 2278mg	99%
Total Carbohydrate 27.90g	10%
Dietary Fiber 3.20g	11%
Total Sugars 10.80g
Protein 75.10g	150%

Vitamin D 227IU	1134%
Calcium 113mg	9%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 1266mg	27%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.8%

Protein: 35.1%

Carbs: 13.1%