Simple Tuna Salad Recipe With Mayo 1765307787.8586574
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Simple Tuna Salad Recipe With Mayo

Simple Tuna Salad Recipe With Mayo 1765307787.8586574

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Simple Tuna Salad Recipe With Mayo 1765307787.8586574

simple tuna salad recipe with mayo

  • Author: Amanda Miller
  • Total Time: 36 minutes
  • Yield: 2–4 servings 1x
  • Diet: General
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Description

This creamy, flaky simple tuna salad recipe with mayonnaise is a timeless, protein-packed classic perfect for quick lunches or speedy weeknight dinners. It’s an easy, family-friendly meal that comes together quickly and delivers satisfying flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna in water, drained
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise, made with vegetable oil
  • 1 stalk celery, finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, very finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon fresh lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Drain And Flake Tuna: Thoroughly drain tuna, pressing out excess water. Flake with a fork into a medium mixing bowl until well-separated and dry to the touch.
  2. Prepare Vegetables: Finely dice one celery stalk and very finely mince the red onion. Add both to the flaked tuna.
  3. Season Tuna Mixture: Stir in fresh parsley, salt, pepper, and optional lemon juice.
  4. Mix With Mayonnaise: Pour in 0.5 cup mayonnaise. Gently fold until ingredients are combined and the tuna looks evenly coated and creamy. (If the mixture looks dry, add 1-2 tablespoons more mayonnaise until it reaches desired creaminess.)
  5. Adjust Seasoning And Chill: Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes; flavors will meld as it chills.
  6. Serve And Enjoy: Serve your delicious tuna salad chilled, mounded on crisp lettuce or as desired.

Notes

For a shortcut, finely chop celery and onion ahead of time, or use a food processor. For a healthier twist, swap half the mayonnaise for plain Greek yogurt to boost protein and lower fat.

  • Prep Time: 6 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 150 g)
  • Calories: 340 calories
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 380 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 3 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 22 g
  • Cholesterol: 25 mg

Keywords: tuna salad, easy, quick, lunch, dinner, family-friendly, protein-packed, classic, healthy, low-carb

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