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Life Changing 10-Minute Tuna Salad Recipe

Life Changing 10-Minute Tuna Salad Recipe

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  • Author: Jasmine
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 Servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Life-Changing 10-Minute Tuna Salad recipe is quick, easy, and packed with flavor. Perfect for a light lunch or quick dinner, this tuna salad will become a household favorite in no time.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 2 Cans or Jars Tuna packed in either oil or water

Additional Ingredients:

  • 6 Cornichons, chopped; or substitute two dill pickles
  • 2 Stalks Celery, diced
  • 1/2 Red Onion, finely chopped
  • 3 Tablespoons Fresh Dill or 2 tablespoons of dried dill
  • 2 Green Onions, finely chopped
  • 1 Lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or Greek Yogurt
  • 2 Teaspoons Dijon Mustard
  • 2 Tablespoons Pickle Juice, saved from the cornichons or pickles
  • Sea Salt, to taste
  • Black Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Drain and Prepare Tuna: Drain the liquid from the tuna cans or jars. Add the tuna to a bowl and finely mash with a fork.
  2. Combine Ingredients: Add all the remaining ingredients to the bowl with the tuna and toss to combine well.
  3. Serve or Store: Enjoy the tuna salad immediately or store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

Notes

  • This tuna salad is versatile and can be served on its own, in sandwiches, or over a bed of greens.
  • Feel free to customize the ingredients based on your preferences.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 23g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg