Quickly Tuna
Whip up a satisfying and flavorful meal in just 10 minutes with this "Quickly Tuna" recipe, the ultimate choice for a quick and nutritious bite! Featuring protein-packed canned tuna, creamy mayonnaise, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of Dijon mustard, this tuna salad comes alive with the crunch of fresh celery and the mild zing of finely chopped red onion. Seasoned to perfection with salt, black pepper, and optional chopped parsley, it’s versatile enough to serve on bread, crackers, or crisp lettuce leaves. With minimal prep and no cooking required, this easy tuna salad is perfect for busy weekdays, light lunches, or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. It's a timeless classic that’s fresh, satisfying, and quick to prepare!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (5 oz) canned tuna (in water)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons celery (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon red onion (finely chopped)
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon parsley (chopped, optional)
- 2 servings bread slices, crackers, or lettuce leaves (for serving)
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and transfer it to a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Add the mayonnaise, lemon juice, and dijon mustard to the bowl and mix well to combine.
Stir in the chopped celery and red onion, ensuring everything is evenly distributed.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
If desired, fold in the chopped parsley for added flavor and color.
Serve immediately on bread slices, crackers, or a bed of lettuce leaves for a light and refreshing meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
558 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.2 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 83 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 1489 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.3 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 42.0 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.0 mcg | 35% | |
| Calcium | 90 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 457 mg | 10% | |
*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.
