Truly Amazing Tuna Mayonnaise
Creamy, tangy, and irresistibly delicious, the "Truly Amazing Tuna Mayonnaise" recipe is a quick and easy crowd-pleaser that delivers gourmet flavor in just 10 minutes. Featuring tender, flaky tuna perfectly blended with velvety mayonnaise, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of Dijon mustard, this recipe is elevated by the crunch of finely chopped red onion and the brightness of fresh parsley. A pinch of salt and black pepper ties everything together, making it ideal as a sandwich filling, cracker topping, or salad enhancer. With its fresh, balanced flavors and versatile serving options, this tuna mayo recipe is a must-try for lunch, snacks, or light dinners. Perfect for busy days, it’s a healthy and satisfying option you’ll crave again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 small cans (about 140g each) canned tuna (in water or oil, drained)
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and transfer it to a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Use a fork to gently flake the tuna, breaking it into finer pieces.
Add the mayonnaise, lemon juice, and dijon mustard to the bowl. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
Stir in the finely chopped red onion, fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper. Fold gently to ensure even distribution of the ingredients.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with more lemon juice, salt, or pepper if needed.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to enhance the flavors.
Enjoy as a sandwich filling, a topping for crackers, or a flavorful salad addition!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
464 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.1 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 851 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 28 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 131 mg | 3% | |
*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.
