Homemade Tuna Salad Recipe
This homemade tuna salad is simple, creamy, and packed with fresh flavors. It’s the perfect quick meal when you want something light yet satisfying. Made with pantry staples and a few fresh ingredients, this recipe comes together in minutes and works beautifully for sandwiches, wraps, crackers, or even as a salad topping.
Ingredients
- 2 cans 5 oz each tuna in water, well drained
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup finely chopped celery
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped dill pickles or relish
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Open the tuna cans and drain them thoroughly. Transfer the tuna into a medium mixing bowl and gently flake it with a fork.
- Add the mayonnaise, chopped celery, red onion, parsley, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and pickles to the bowl.
- Sprinkle in garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything together until all ingredients are well combined and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. For best flavor, let the salad rest in the refrigerator for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve chilled on bread, in lettuce wraps, with crackers, or over a fresh green salad.
Notes
Serving Ideas
- Spread on whole wheat bread for a classic sandwich
- Scoop into lettuce cups for a low carb option
- Use as a filling for wraps or pita pockets
- Enjoy with crackers as a quick snack
- Add on top of a fresh garden salad
- For a lighter version, replace half the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- If you like extra crunch, add a little diced apple or cucumber.
- Want some heat? Add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Always drain tuna well to avoid a watery salad.
- Calories: 210
- Protein: 16g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg