Easy and Tasty Tuna Salad
Whip up a quick and flavorful meal with this Easy and Tasty Tuna Salad, a versatile classic perfect for busy days. Made with flaky canned tuna, creamy mayonnaise, tangy Dijon mustard, and a delightful crunch from diced celery and red onion, this salad is bursting with texture and flavor. A hint of pickle relish and a splash of fresh lemon juice add brightness, while chopped parsley elevates its freshness. Ready in just 10 minutes, this no-cook recipe is ideal for sandwiches, wraps, as a salad topper, or simply served with crackers for a light yet satisfying bite. Whether you're meal prepping or looking for a last-minute dish, this tuna salad is a go-to favorite packed with protein and timeless appeal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna
- 0.25 cups mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoons dijon mustard
- 1 stalk celery
- 2 tablespoons red onion
- 2 tablespoons pickle relish
- 1 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly, and place it in a medium mixing bowl.
Finely dice the celery and red onion, and add them to the bowl.
Chop the fresh parsley and mix it into the tuna mixture.
Add the mayonnaise, dijon mustard, pickle relish, and lemon juice to the bowl.
Sprinkle in the salt and black pepper.
Use a fork to gently mix all ingredients together until well combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve immediately as a sandwich filling, salad topping, or with crackers, or refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
581 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.9 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 79 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 1493 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.6 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.0 g | ||
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 26 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 272 mg | 6% | |
*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.
