Tuna Salad to Taste

Transform your lunch routine with this customizable "Tuna Salad to Taste" recipe, a quick and versatile dish bursting with fresh, zesty flavors. Featuring protein-packed canned tuna blended with creamy mayonnaise, tangy Dijon mustard, and a bright splash of lemon juice, this salad gets a satisfying crunch from finely diced celery and red onion. Personalize it to perfection with optional mix-ins like hard-boiled eggs, pickle relish, or fresh parsley for a tailored flavor experience. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s perfect for busy days—serve it chilled on sandwiches, atop crisp lettuce, with crackers, or as a vibrant stuffing for bell peppers or tomatoes. Healthy, delicious, and endlessly adaptable, this tuna salad is your go-to for savory simplicity.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cans (5-6 oz each) canned tuna (in water or oil, drained)
• 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 2 stalks celery, finely diced
• 0.25 cups red onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoons dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
• 2 large hard-boiled eggs, chopped (optional)
• 1 tablespoon pickle relish (optional)

Directions

Step 1

1. Begin by draining the canned tuna thoroughly and transferring it into a medium-sized mixing bowl. Use a fork to flake the tuna into smaller pieces.

Step 2

2. Add the mayonnaise, dijon mustard, and lemon juice to the bowl. Stir to combine evenly.

Step 3

3. Fold in the finely diced celery, chopped red onion, and any optional mix-ins (e.g., hard-boiled eggs, pickle relish, parsley) that suit your taste preferences.

Step 4

4. Season the mixture with salt and black pepper, adjusting to your taste.

Step 5

5. Mix everything well, ensuring all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

Step 6

6. Chill the tuna salad in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld, or serve immediately.

Step 7

7. Serve the tuna salad as a sandwich filling, on top of lettuce leaves, with crackers, or stuffed into vegetables like bell peppers or tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	616.3 grams (616.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	995

Total Fat 58.60g	75%
Saturated Fat 8.00g	40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 532mg	177%
Sodium 2570mg	112%
Total Carbohydrate 26.40g	10%
Dietary Fiber 2.60g	9%
Total Sugars 9.20g
Protein 86.30g	173%

Vitamin D 315IU	1574%
Calcium 137mg	11%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 1255mg	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: 53.9%

Protein: 35.3%

Carbs: 10.8%