BEST Tuna Salad Recipe - Easy & Healthy
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
172 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
BEST Tuna Salad Recipe - Easy & Healthy
Description
The BEST Tuna Salad Recipe - Easy & Healthy features canned tuna as the main ingredient, mixed with diced celery and red onion to add texture and a fresh bite. Parsley and chives bring subtle herbal notes, while mayonnaise provides creaminess. Dijon mustard adds a gentle tang, balancing the flavors. Salt and black pepper season the salad to taste.
The texture ranges from creamy to slightly crunchy due to the celery and onions. This salad is straightforward and does not require cooking, making it convenient for busy days. It can be served directly from a bowl, spooned into a crisp lettuce wrap, or layered inside a sandwich for added heartiness.
Because the salad contains mayonnaise and fish, it's best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Avoid leaving it at room temperature for extended periods to keep it safe and fresh.
Ingredients
- 2 (5-ounce) cans tuna
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 celery diced, stalk
- 2 tablespoons red onion diced
- 1 to 2 tablespoons parsley chives and/or other herbs, chopped
- ½ tablespoon Dijon mustard
- salt to taste, Kosher salt
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients. Drain the liquid from the tuna cans. Then, add the tuna, mayonnaise, diced celery and red onions, herbs, Dijon mustard, salt and black pepper to a mixing bowl.
- Mix the salad. Stir all of the ingredients together until well combined.
- Enjoy the tuna salad plain out of a bowl, wrapped in lettuce, or in a sandwich. I've got more ideas above!
Notes
- Adjust mayonnaise quantity to achieve desired creaminess.
- Wild Planet albacore tuna is recommended for quality and flavor.
- Store tuna salad in the fridge up to 3-4 days to maintain freshness and safety.
- Avoid leaving tuna salad at room temperature for long periods due to mayonnaise and fish content.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 172 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 172kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 36mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 322mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 173mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 148IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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