You’ll love this simple Classic Tuna Salad recipe! It’s so easy to make and tastes amazing. Packed with protein, flavour, and crunchiness from tuna, dill pickles, celery, and boiled eggs, it’s perfect for meal prep.

Classic tuna salad is a go-to comfort food for many, and it’s great because it’s healthy with lots of protein and veggies. Plus, you probably already have all the ingredients at home.

On busy days, nothing beats a fresh tuna salad. It’s quick to make, and you can use ingredients you already have in your kitchen. Make a batch ahead of time, and you’ll have delicious homemade lunches ready to go for the week.

Classic Tuna Salad Recipe

This classic tuna salad is amazing! It's great on top of salads, in lettuce wraps, sandwiches, or just eaten with sweet potato chips straight from the bowl. Creamy but not too mayo-heavy, perfectly seasoned, and super easy to make! It's ideal for a quick lunch or you can prep it ahead of time. On busy days, this recipe is a lifesaver, and it's perfect for preparing in advance too!

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Course Salad

Cuisine American

Servings 5

Calories 251 kcal

Equipment

Mixing bowl
Fork
Can Opener
Cutting Board
Knife

Ingredients

6 ounces Canned Tuna
1/4 cup Mayonnaise
1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
1 tbsp Lemon Juice
1/4 cup Celery finely chopped
2 tbsp Red Onion finely chopped
Salt to taste
Black Pepper to taste
Lettuce leaves and bread for serving {Optional}

Instructions

Firstly, open the can of tuna using a can opener and drain any excess liquid.
Then, place the tuna in a mixing bowl and use a fork to flake it into small pieces.
Add the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice to the bowl.
Mix everything together until well combined.
Add the chopped celery and red onion to the bowl and mix again.
Season the tuna salad with salt and black pepper to taste.
If desired, serve the tuna salad on lettuce leaves or between slices of bread to make a sandwich.
Enjoy your classic tuna salad!

Notes

Use Greek yoghurt to make it lighter instead of some mayo.
Try mashed avocado or cottage cheese instead of mayo for more protein.
Add fun stuff like chopped apples, dried fruit, capers, olives, hard-boiled eggs, spices, or fresh herbs to jazz up your tuna salad.
Keep leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts:

Nutrition	Value
Calories	251 kcal
Carbohydrates	4g
Protein	27g
Cholesterol	55mg
Sodium	606mg
Potassium	264mg
Sugar	4g
Calcium	28mg
Iron	2.1mg
Vitamin C	1.5mg

How Many Days Can We Keep This Salad?

You can keep it in the fridge for about 3 to 5 days. That way, whenever you want a quick lunch or snack, it’s right there and ready for you to enjoy.

How Can I Serve Classic Tuna Salad?

There are lots of tasty ways to enjoy classic tuna salad! You can put it on top of some lettuce, make a sandwich with it by putting it between two pieces of bread, or spread it on crackers or toast. Another yummy idea is to scoop it into a hollowed-out tomato or avocado for a healthy, low-carb snack.

Can I Change the Classic Tuna Salad Recipe According to My Taste?

You can change up the classic tuna salad recipe to make it your own. Add things like chopped onions, bell peppers, or a little lemon juice to give it a different flavour. And if you like, you can adjust how much salt and pepper you put in to make it taste just right for you. It’s all about making it taste the way you like it best!