Description
This Tuna Salad is creamy, flavorful, and packed with protein. Made with tender tuna, crunchy celery, and a simple dressing, it’s perfect for sandwiches, wraps, crackers, or serving over fresh greens.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna, drained
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 1 celery stalk, finely diced
- 2 tbsp red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Flake the Tuna: Add drained tuna to a medium mixing bowl and flake with a fork, breaking it into small, flaky pieces.
- Add Other Ingredients: Add mayonnaise, finely diced celery, red onion, fresh lemon juice, chopped parsley, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the tuna.
- Mix Thoroughly: Stir all ingredients together until well combined and creamy, ensuring the seasonings are evenly distributed.
- Adjust Seasonings: Taste the tuna salad and adjust salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed to suit your preference.
- Serve or Store: Serve the tuna salad immediately or refrigerate it in a covered container until ready to use, up to 3 days.
Notes
- Add diced pickles or relish for extra tangy flavor.
- Delicious served in sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or stuffed into tomatoes for a refreshing meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
