Description
This easy tuna salad recipe is a quick and delicious way to prepare a light meal or snack. Made with canned tuna, mayonnaise, fresh vegetables, and herbs, it combines creamy and crunchy textures with tangy and savory flavors. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or served on a bed of greens, this salad is ready in just 25 minutes and serves four people.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 cans tuna in oil, drained very well
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (add more to taste)
- 1-2 tbsp finely chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper (or any other color)
- 1-2 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley or dill
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Flake the tuna: Drain your tuna well, then place it into a large bowl and use a fork to flake the tuna until it is broken up into small pieces.
- Add the good stuff: Add the chopped red bell pepper, finely chopped onion, chopped parsley or dill, lemon juice, black pepper, and mayonnaise to the bowl with the flaked tuna.
- Mix it up: Stir all the ingredients together thoroughly until the mixture is creamy and evenly combined.
- Taste and tweak: Taste the salad and adjust the seasonings as needed by adding more lemon juice, black pepper, or fresh herbs to suit your preference.
- Serve or chill: Serve the tuna salad immediately, or refrigerate it for 15–20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld for a tastier salad.
Notes
- Drain tuna thoroughly to avoid a watery salad.
- Feel free to swap parsley for dill based on your taste preference.
- For a healthier option, use light mayonnaise or Greek yogurt instead.
- Add chopped celery or pickles for extra crunch.
- This tuna salad is perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or as a topping for crackers.
