Tuna Salad or Spread
Creamy, tangy, and loaded with flavor, this Tuna Salad or Spread is the ultimate versatile dish perfect for sandwiches, salads, or wraps. Made with protein-packed canned tuna, crisp celery, sweet pickle relish, and just the right hint of Dijon mustard and lemon juice, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between creamy and zesty. Fresh parsley and finely chopped red onion add bursts of freshness, while optional hard-boiled eggs elevate its richness and texture. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy tuna salad is ideal for quick lunches or meal prep. Serve it chilled as a healthy salad topping, spread it on your favorite bread or crackers, or roll it into a wrap for a satisfying, on-the-go meal. Perfect for busy weekdays, this classic recipe is both wholesome and irresistibly delicious!
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Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna (in water, drained)
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup celery (finely chopped)
- 0.25 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large optional: hard-boiled eggs (chopped)
Directions
Step 1
1. Open the canned tuna and drain the water thoroughly.
Step 2
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, celery, red onion, and sweet pickle relish.
Step 3
3. Add the fresh parsley, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
Step 4
4. Optional: Fold in the chopped hard-boiled eggs for added texture and richness.
Step 5
5. Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.
Step 6
6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
7. Serve as a spread on bread, crackers, or a wrap, or as a topping over a bed of greens for a refreshing salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 446.2 grams (446.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1158 |
| Total Fat 98.70g | 127% |
| Saturated Fat 11.30g | 57% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 510mg | 170% |
| Sodium 2202mg | 96% |
| Total Carbohydrate 38.10g | 14% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.10g | 8% |
| Total Sugars 10.60g | |
| Protein 28.40g | 57% |
| Vitamin D 133IU | 667% |
| Calcium 107mg | 8% |
| Iron 2mg | 13% |
| Potassium 591mg | 13% |
Source of Calories