Jim's Tuna Salad

Light, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, Jim’s Tuna Salad is the perfect quick and easy dish for a satisfying lunch or snack. Combining tender canned tuna with the zesty tang of Dijon mustard, pickles, and freshly squeezed lemon juice, this recipe delivers a harmonious blend of creamy and crunchy textures. Finely chopped celery and red onion add a delightful crunch, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley brightens every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile tuna salad can be served over a bed of crisp mixed greens, as a sandwich filling, or paired with crackers for a wholesome, protein-packed snack. Whether you’re meal-prepping for the week or whipping up a last-minute meal, Jim’s Tuna Salad is a must-try classic that never disappoints! Keywords: tuna salad recipe, quick lunch ideas, healthy protein snacks, versatile tuna salad, easy salad recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 5-ounce cans Canned tuna
• 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 stalks Celery
• 0.25 medium Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Pickles
• 0.5 Lemon
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley
• 2 cups Mixed greens or lettuce
• 4 servings Bread, crackers, or sandwich wraps (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and transfer it to a mixing bowl. Flake it apart with a fork to ensure an even texture.

Step 2

Finely chop the celery, red onion, and pickles. Add them to the bowl with the tuna.

Step 3

In a small separate bowl, mix the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, freshly squeezed lemon juice from half a lemon, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently fold everything together until well combined.

Step 5

Chop the fresh parsley and stir it into the tuna salad mixture for added freshness.

Step 6

Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.

Step 7

Serve immediately over a bed of mixed greens or lettuce. Alternatively, use the tuna salad as a filling for sandwiches, wraps, or as a topping with crackers.

Step 8

Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(587.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1068.0

Total Fat 50.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 80.0mg	0%
Sodium 2845.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 114.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.9g	0%
Total Sugars 11.7g
Protein 35.8g	0%

Vitamin D 45.4IU	0%
Calcium 319.4mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 1000.4mg	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: 42.9%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 43.5%