Best Tuna Salad – Easy & Healthy Recipe
Introduction
This easy and healthy tuna salad is perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner. Packed with fresh herbs and crunchy celery, it’s a flavorful twist on a classic favorite that you can enjoy in various ways.
Ingredients
- 2 (5-ounce) cans tuna
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 2 tablespoons red onion, diced
- 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (or chives and/or other herbs)
- ½ tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Kosher salt and ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Step 1: Drain the liquid from the tuna cans and transfer the tuna to a mixing bowl.
- Step 2: Add mayonnaise, diced celery, diced red onion, chopped herbs, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to the bowl.
- Step 3: Stir all the ingredients together until well combined and evenly mixed.
- Step 4: Serve the tuna salad plain, wrapped in lettuce, or as a sandwich filling.
- Step 5: Enjoy your fresh and flavorful tuna salad!
Tips & Variations
- For extra crunch, add chopped pickles or diced cucumber.
- Swap mayonnaise for Greek yogurt to make it lighter and add a tangy flavor.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness and to enhance the flavors.
- Customize herbs based on what you have available—dill or basil work well too.
Storage
Store leftover tuna salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Give it a quick stir before serving. It’s best enjoyed cold, but you can let it come to room temperature if preferred.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use fresh tuna instead of canned?
Yes, you can cook fresh tuna and flake it for this salad, but canned tuna is convenient and already cooked, making it the fastest option.
Is this tuna salad suitable for meal prep?
Absolutely! This tuna salad holds well for several days and makes a great protein-packed lunch when prepared in advance.
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Best Tuna Salad – Easy & Healthy Recipe
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Low Fat
Description
This BEST Tuna Salad recipe is an easy, healthy, and flavorful dish perfect for quick meals. Made with canned tuna, crisp celery, red onion, fresh herbs, and a touch of Dijon mustard, it combines creamy and tangy elements for a refreshing salad. Ideal as a sandwich filling, wrapped in lettuce, or served plain, it’s a versatile and nourishing choice.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 (5-ounce) cans tuna, drained
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 2 tablespoons red onion, diced
- 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped parsley, chives, or other fresh herbs
- ½ tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: Drain the liquid from the tuna cans thoroughly. Dice the celery stalk and red onion finely. Chop fresh parsley, chives, or any preferred herbs.
- Combine the salad: In a mixing bowl, add the drained tuna, mayonnaise, diced celery, diced red onion, chopped herbs, and Dijon mustard. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper according to taste.
- Mix well: Stir all the ingredients together until thoroughly combined, ensuring the flavors are evenly distributed throughout the salad.
- Serve: Enjoy the tuna salad plain from the bowl, wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves, or as a filling in your favorite sandwich bread or wrap.
- Enjoy: Savor this healthy and easy tuna salad as a quick lunch or snack option.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra brightness.
- Customize with additional herbs like dill or basil for varied flavors.
- Chill the salad before serving for improved taste and texture.
- Perfect for meal prep as it keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: tuna salad, healthy tuna salad, easy tuna salad, no-cook salad, tuna sandwich filling, light lunch
