Beth's Best Tuna Salad
Beth's Best Tuna Salad is the ultimate combination of flavor and simplicity, perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner that doesn't skimp on taste. Featuring protein-packed canned tuna mixed with creamy mayonnaise and zesty Dijon mustard, this recipe gets a refreshing crunch from finely chopped celery and red onion. A burst of fresh parsley and tangy lemon juice elevate the flavors, while a dash of salt and pepper ties everything together. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile tuna salad can be enjoyed on sandwiches, paired with crisp greens, or served as a satisfying dip with your favorite crackers. Whether you’re meal-prepping or need an easy go-to recipe, Beth's Best Tuna Salad delivers fresh, wholesome goodness in every bite!
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Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna in water, drained
- 0.33 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
1. Open and drain the canned tuna, then transfer the tuna to a medium-sized mixing bowl. Use a fork to gently flake the tuna into smaller pieces.
Step 2
2. Add the mayonnaise and dijon mustard to the bowl, and gently mix to coat the tuna evenly.
Step 3
3. Add the chopped celery, diced red onion, and parsley to the tuna mixture. Stir until evenly combined.
Step 4
4. Squeeze the fresh lemon juice over the tuna salad and season with salt and black pepper. Mix well to integrate all the flavors.
Step 5
5. Taste the tuna salad and adjust the salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed to suit your preferences.
Step 6
6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
7. Serve the tuna salad as a sandwich filling, on top of a bed of greens, or with crackers. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (248.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 638.3 |
| Total Fat 60.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 77.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1186.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 24.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.1g | |
| Protein 1.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 61.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 366.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories