Description
This easy tuna salad recipe is quick, healthy, and full of flavor. Made with flaky tuna, creamy dressing, and fresh add-ins like celery and red onion, it’s perfect for sandwiches, salads, wraps, or snacks. Customizable for any dietary preference, this recipe is a go-to for busy days and meal prep.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cans tuna, drained and flaked
- ¼ cup mayonnaise (or plant-based mayo)
- 2–3 tbsp Greek yogurt (optional, for extra creaminess)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ cup diced celery
- 2 tbsp finely chopped red onion
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Garlic powder or fresh dill (optional, to taste)
Optional Add-ins:
- 1–2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- ½ avocado, diced
- 1 tbsp capers or chopped pickles
- Fresh herbs (dill, parsley, chives)
- Sriracha or chili flakes for spice
- Feta, olives, or sun-dried tomatoes for a Mediterranean twist
Instructions
- Drain canned tuna and flake into a mixing bowl.
- Add diced celery, chopped red onion, and any desired optional add-ins.
- Mix in mayonnaise, Greek yogurt (if using), Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and seasonings.
- Stir until the mixture is creamy and evenly combined.
- Chill in the fridge for 15–30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Serve as a sandwich, over greens, with crackers, or in wraps.
Notes
- Swap mayo for Greek yogurt or mashed avocado for a lighter version.
- Make it gluten-free by using certified gluten-free condiments.
- Great for meal prep store in an airtight container for 3–4 days.
- Avoid freezing, as texture may change.
- Adjust ingredients for extra protein, flavor, or spice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixed
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 35mg