Classic Tuna Salad

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Elevate your lunchtime routine with this quick and flavorful Classic Tuna Salad recipe! Packed with protein-rich canned tuna and a medley of fresh, crunchy textures from finely diced celery and red onion, this dish comes together in just 10 minutes. Creamy mayonnaise meets tangy pickle relish, Dijon mustard, and a splash of zesty lemon juice for a balanced blend of savory and bright flavors. Perfectly seasoned with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper, this versatile tuna salad can be enjoyed as a hearty sandwich filling, scooped onto crackers, or served atop crisp greens for a light and refreshing meal. Whether you're meal prepping or looking for a quick lunch fix, this classic dish is a timeless favorite you'll come back to again and again!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 10 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

9 items

• 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna (in water)
• 0.333 cup mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup celery (finely diced)
• 2 tablespoons red onion (finely diced)
• 1 tablespoon pickle relish
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

📝 Instructions

7 steps

1. 1. Open the canned tuna and drain any excess liquid. Place the tuna into a medium-sized mixing bowl and flake it apart with a fork.

2. 2. Add the mayonnaise, finely diced celery, red onion, pickle relish, and Dijon mustard into the bowl with the tuna.

3. 3. Squeeze in the fresh lemon juice and season with salt and black pepper.

4. 4. Mix all the ingredients together thoroughly until evenly combined.

5. 5. Taste the tuna salad and adjust seasonings, such as adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice, if needed.

6. 6. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

7. 7. Enjoy as a sandwich filling, on crackers, or over a bed of greens.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (121.5g)

Calories		217
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		15.9 g	20%
	Saturated Fat	2.6 g	13%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		36 mg	12%
Sodium		561 mg	24%
Total Carbohydrate		2.3 g	1%
	Dietary Fiber	0.2 g	1%
	Total Sugars	1.5 g
Protein		15.8 g	32%
Vitamin D		1.6 mcg	8%
Calcium		16 mg	1%
Iron		1.1 mg	6%
Potassium		212 mg	5%

*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: 573 cal (66.3%%)

Protein: 253 cal (29.3%%)

Carbs: 37 cal (4.4%%)