Tuna Salad with Chopped Eggs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
138 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Salad
Tuna Salad with Chopped Eggs
Description
The recipe mixes drained chunk light tuna with diced hard-boiled eggs, chopped pickles, onion, and celery to create a base with a mix of creamy, tangy, and crunchy elements. The dressing—made from mayonnaise, yogurt, and mustard—adds moisture and a mild zip. Adding jalapeño is optional, giving the salad a spicy note if desired.
This combination yields a protein-rich salad with contrasting textures suitable for sandwiches, wraps, or as a light meal on its own. The lemon pepper seasoning lets you tailor the flavor to taste. The chopped vegetables provide freshness and balance the richness of the tuna and eggs.
To maintain freshness and safety, do not leave the salad out longer than two hours at room temperature. Store it covered in the refrigerator and consume within five days. If using oil-packed tuna, rinse and press to remove excess oil. The salad is flexible for customization according to individual preferences.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces chunk light tuna 2 4-ounce cans), drained, in water
- 1/3 cup dill pickles chopped
- 1/4 cup onion
- 1 to 2 celery diced
- 2 egg hardboiled and chopped
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup yogurt
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 jalapeño diced, optional
- lemon pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl break up the tuna with a fork.
- Toss with the pickles, onion, celery, and eggs. Add the mayonnaise, yogurt, and mustard. Add jalapeño, if using. Stir to combine.
- Season with lemon pepper, to taste.
Notes
- Drain tuna well by cutting the can lid and pressing to remove excess liquid.
- Oil-packed tuna can be rinsed and pressed in a fine mesh sieve to reduce oiliness.
- Add diced jalapeño for a subtle spicy flavor.
- Use fresh hard-boiled eggs and consume the salad within 5 days refrigerated for safety.
- Never leave the prepared salad at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 138 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 138kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 270mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 166mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 2% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 199IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 51mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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