Mark Bittman's Tuna Salad Without Mayo
Elevate your everyday lunch with Mark Bittman's Tuna Salad Without Mayo, a light and flavorful twist on a classic dish. Made with high-quality canned tuna in olive oil, this mayo-free recipe blends fresh lemon juice, aromatic parsley, and the perfect crunch of celery and red onion for a Mediterranean-inspired flare. Optional capers add a briny depth, while a drizzle of olive oil ties it all together. Ready in just 10 minutes, this tuna salad is versatile enough to serve on crisp toast, tucked into lettuce wraps, or enjoyed straight from the bowl. Packed with protein and free of heavy mayonnaise, it’s a healthier, fresher take on a pantry staple. Perfect for busy lunches or casual dinners, this recipe will quickly become your go-to for a quick, nutritious meal.
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Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 ounces each) canned tuna in olive oil (drained)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon capers (optional, rinsed and drained)
- 1 small red onion (finely chopped)
- 1 stalk celery (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons parsley (fresh, chopped)
- 0 to taste salt
- 0 to taste black pepper (freshly ground)
Directions
Step 1
1. Open the canned tuna, drain excess oil but leave it slightly moist for added flavor.
Step 2
2. Transfer the tuna to a medium-sized mixing bowl and gently flake it with a fork.
Step 3
3. Add the olive oil and lemon juice to the bowl and stir to coat the tuna evenly.
Step 4
4. Mix in the capers (if using), chopped red onion, celery, and parsley for texture and flavor.
Step 5
5. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
Step 6
6. Gently mix all the ingredients until well combined, being careful not to over-mix and break down the tuna too much.
Step 7
7. Serve the tuna salad immediately or let it chill in the fridge for 20 minutes to enhance the flavors. Enjoy on toast, in sandwiches, wrapped in lettuce leaves, or on its own!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (448.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 985.4 |
| Total Fat 65.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 150.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3596.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 9.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 3.9g | |
| Protein 84.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 166.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 74.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 878.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories