Classic Tuna Salad
A classic done right. This is the best tuna salad your family will request on repeat. Serve with crackers, on greens, in a sandwich or turn it into a tuna melt.
Ingredients
- 2 (5-ounce) cans tuna , drained
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise , more if desired
- ½ Tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 Tablespoon relish
- 1 stalk celery , diced
- 2 Tablespoons finely chopped red onion
- 1-2 Tablespoons chopped parsley , chives, or dill, optional
- ¾ teaspoon Kosher salt , more to taste
- ¼ teaspoon Ground black pepper , more to taste
For serving: Lettuce cups, Croissant, Sliced bread, Crackers
Instructions
- In a large bowl, stir together the tuna, mayonnaise, mustard, relish, celery, onion, and parsley, if using, until well combined. You can add an extra Tablespoon of mayo if needed. Season with salt and pepper.
- If there is time, chill 15 minutes, or until ready to serve, to let all the flavors meld.
- Serve in lettuce cups, on bread, or dip in crackers.
Notes
Substitutions: Swap mayo for Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
Variations: Add diced cucumber for extra crunch, or a squeeze of lemon before serving for a brighter flavor.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Great for meal prep, though the celery may soften slightly by day two
Nutrition
Calories: 68kcal, Carbohydrates: 1g, Protein: 0.3g, Fat: 7g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Trans Fat: 0.02g, Cholesterol: 4mg, Sodium: 95mg, Potassium: 25mg, Fiber: 0.2g, Sugar: 0.2g, Vitamin A: 75IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 5mg, Iron: 0.1mg
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
