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A fresh bowl of tuna salad with chopped celery and parsley

Quick way to grow your perfect Tuna Salad

This recipe provides a quick and easy way to create a delicious and satisfying tuna salad, perfect for a light lunch or quick snack. It focuses on simple ingredients and minimal preparation for maximum flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • fork

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 12 ounces canned tuna, drained
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
  • 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, finely chopped celery, and diced red onion.
  • Add the Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the mixture.
  • Stir all ingredients together until well combined and the tuna is flaked to your desired consistency.
  • Serve immediately on bread, crackers, or lettuce wraps, or chill for later use.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of paprika or a sprinkle of fresh dill. Adjust the amount of mayonnaise to your preference for a creamier or chunkier salad.