Steve's Tuna Boona
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate tuna salad creation with "Steve's Tuna Boona," a fresh and flavor-packed recipe that takes your everyday tuna salad to the next level. Featuring tender chunks of canned tuna elegantly paired with creamy mayonnaise, tangy Dijon mustard, and a bright squeeze of lemon juice, this dish is a perfect blend of savory and zesty. Crisp diced celery, finely chopped red onion, and sweet pickle relish add delightful crunch and sweetness, while fresh parsley brings a vibrant herbaceous note. Optional hard-boiled egg lends extra creaminess and texture for a more indulgent bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile recipe is perfect as a sandwich filling, a cracker topper, or a healthy salad enhancer. Whether you're prepping for a quick lunch or a light dinner, "Steve's Tuna Boona" is guaranteed to impress your palate while keeping things simple and satisfying.
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Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 stalk (diced) celery
- 0.25 cup (finely chopped) red onion
- 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon (to taste) salt
- 0.25 teaspoon (to taste) black pepper
- 1 whole (chopped, optional) hard-boiled egg
Directions
Step 1
Drain the canned tuna completely and transfer it to a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Step 2
Add the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard to the bowl with the tuna. Stir well to combine.
Step 3
Fold in the diced celery, chopped red onion, sweet pickle relish, and parsley until evenly distributed.
Step 4
Squeeze in the lemon juice, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly.
Step 5
If using, gently fold in the chopped hard-boiled egg for added texture and creaminess.
Step 6
Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Step 7
Serve immediately as a filling for sandwiches, a topping for crackers, or as a protein-packed addition to salads. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (281.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 659.5 |
| Total Fat 52.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g | |
| Cholesterol 276.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1993.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 24.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.4g | |
| Protein 21.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 93.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 57.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 340.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories