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The Best Tuna Salad


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  • Author: emma
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

A bright and refreshing tuna salad with bold flavors of lemon and crunchy celery, perfect for sandwiches or solo lunches.


Ingredients

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  • 4 (5-ounce) cans tuna packed in water, drained
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, minced
  • 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine tuna, mayonnaise, celery, onion, relish, lemon juice, and garlic in a medium bowl.
  2. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  3. Serve immediately or cover and chill until serving.

Notes

Chilling for 30 minutes helps the flavors meld and firms up the salad for sandwiches. Use quality canned tuna for the best flavor.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Comfort / Americana

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 260
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg