Classic Tuna Salad Recipe

User Reviews

5

107 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    5 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    227 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish, Salad

  • Cuisine

    American

Classic Tuna Salad Recipe

Classic Tuna Salad combines canned tuna with diced boiled eggs, dill pickles, celery, and yellow onion, all mixed with mayonnaise and sour cream. The salad offers a creamy texture with crunchy vegetable bits and a mild tang from pickles. It's a straightforward recipe for a savory, protein-rich salad that's versatile for sandwiches or as a side dish.

Description

This Classic Tuna Salad uses well-drained canned tuna mixed with diced hard-boiled eggs, finely chopped dill pickles, celery, and yellow onion, introducing textural contrast and flavor layers. The combination of mayonnaise and sour cream creates a creamy, balanced binder that holds the ingredients together without overpowering them.

The salad is seasoned simply with salt and black pepper to taste, allowing the natural flavors of the tuna and additions to shine. The chopped vegetables contribute crispness that complements the softness of the fish and eggs.

This tuna salad is ready to serve immediately and can be eaten on its own, used as a filling for sandwiches or wraps, or served atop leafy greens for a light meal. Its simplicity makes it a staple for quick lunches or snacks.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 (5 oz) cans tuna well drained, in water
  • 2 egg peeled and diced, boiled
  • 3 dill pickles finely chopped, baby size
  • 1 celery finely chopped, stick
  • 1/4 cup yellow onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • salt to taste, fine sea salt
  • black pepper to taste, cracked

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl and gently mix until well combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 227kcal (11%) Carbs 3g Protein 18g (36%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 7g (41%) Monounsaturated Fat 4g (20%) Trans Fat 0.03g (2%) Cholesterol 130mg (43%) Sodium 682mg (28%) Potassium 261mg (6%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 321IU (6%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 76mg (8%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 227 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 227kcal 11%
Carbs 3g
Protein 18g 36%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7g 41%
Monounsaturated Fat 4g 20%
Trans Fat 0.03g 2%
Cholesterol 130mg 43%
Sodium 682mg 28%
Potassium 261mg 6%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 321IU 6%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 76mg 8%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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