Description
A quick and easy tuna salad packed with flavor and protein, perfect for lunches or picnics.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (5 oz each) high-quality tuna (in water or oil)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
- 1/2 onion, finely diced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and flake it into a large bowl.
- Add the finely chopped celery and onion on top of the tuna.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and stir until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- For best flavor, cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
Notes
For a lighter version, consider substituting Greek yogurt or avocado for mayonnaise.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 40mg