Dee's Tuna Salad

Fresh, zesty, and entirely customizable, Dee's Tuna Salad is your go-to recipe for a quick and nutritious meal. Made with protein-packed canned tuna, creamy mayonnaise, and a medley of crisp ingredients like celery, red onion, and dill pickle, this salad is elevated with a pop of citrusy lemon juice and a hint of Dijon mustard for a tangy twist. Fresh parsley or dill adds a fragrant touch, while a pinch of salt and pepper ties everything together. Perfectly versatile, this tuna salad can be served atop crunchy lettuce leaves, paired with juicy cherry tomatoes, or stuffed into wraps and sandwiches. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish is ideal for a light lunch or snack that delivers on flavor and convenience. This easy tuna salad recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to elevate a classic favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna (in water, drained)
• 0.33 cup mayonnaise
• 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
• 1 medium-sized pickle dill pickle, finely diced
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon parsley or dill, finely chopped
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 halved cherry tomatoes (optional, for serving)
• 4 whole leaves lettuce leaves (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Open the cans of tuna and drain the water completely. Use a fork to flake the tuna into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the mayonnaise, celery, red onion, and dill pickle to the bowl with the tuna.

Step 3

Stir in the lemon juice, dijon mustard, and fresh herbs (parsley or dill) to combine well.

Step 4

Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning or add more lemon juice if preferred.

Step 5

Refrigerate the tuna salad for at least 10 minutes to let the flavors meld together. This step is optional but recommended.

Step 6

Serve chilled over lettuce leaves, with sliced cherry tomatoes on the side, or as a filling for sandwiches and wraps.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(436.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	707.6

Total Fat 59.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 97.7mg	0%
Sodium 1411.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.2g	0%
Total Sugars 7.2g
Protein 17.3g	0%

Vitamin D 45.4IU	0%
Calcium 77.8mg	0%
Iron 1.6mg	0%
Potassium 768.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.1%

Protein: 9.7%

Carbs: 16.2%