Tuna Salad with Fried Onions
Elevate your classic tuna salad with a savory twist in this irresistible Tuna Salad with Fried Onions. Packed with flaky canned tuna, creamy mayonnaise, zesty Dijon mustard, and a vibrant medley of fresh ingredients like red onion, celery, and parsley, this recipe shines with bold flavors and delightful textures. The addition of crispy, golden fried onions adds a layer of indulgent crunch that perfectly complements the light and tangy tuna mixture. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile dish is perfect for a quick lunch or a party appetizer. Serve it on crisp lettuce leaves, pile it high on your favorite bread, or pair it with crackers for a satisfying meal. Optimize your seafood cravings and bring this family-friendly tuna salad recipe to life!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna (in water or oil, drained)
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 0.5 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 0.5 cup celery (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons parsley (fresh, chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup fried onions (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna and transfer it to a large mixing bowl. Use a fork to break it into smaller chunks.
Add the mayonnaise, dijon mustard, and lemon juice to the bowl. Mix until the tuna is evenly coated.
Stir in the finely chopped red onion, celery, and parsley. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper. Taste, and adjust seasoning if needed.
If using homemade fried onions, heat a small frying pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Thinly slice one small onion, add it to the pan, and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and crispy. This should take about 5 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Top the tuna salad with the fried onions just before serving to maintain their crispiness.
Serve the tuna salad on a bed of lettuce, as a sandwich filling, or with crackers. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2195 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 149.5 g | 192% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.8 g | 144% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 145 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 3041 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.6 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.4 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.5 g | ||
| Protein | 86.6 g | 173% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 201 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1687 mg | 36% | |
*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.
