Name: A Really Good Tuna Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 cups (enough for 4 sandwiches)
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 (5-ounce) cans chunk white tuna packed in water; ½ cup mayonnaise, best quality such as Hellmann's or Duke's; 2 ribs celery, finely diced; 2 scallions, light and dark green parts, thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon); ¾ teaspoon Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish; 3 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

A Really Good Tuna Salad

By Jenn Segal

The only tuna salad recipe you’ll ever need—perfect for sandwiches, salads, or a light, protein-packed snack. Versatile and undeniably delicious!

Servings: 2 cups (enough for 4 sandwiches)

Prep Time: 20 Minutes

Total Time: 20 Minutes

Ingredients

2 (5-ounce) cans chunk white tuna packed in water
½ cup mayonnaise, best quality such as Hellmann's or Duke's
2 ribs celery, finely diced
2 scallions, light and dark green parts, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
¾ teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
3 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Drain the tuna in a fine mesh strainer. With the tuna in the strainer, use paper towels to pat and blot the tuna until completely dry. Transfer the tuna to a medium bowl and flake with a fork. Add the remaining ingredients and stir until evenly combined. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary. Use immediately or store in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

Nutrition Information

Per serving (4 servings)
Calories: 288
Fat: 23 g
Saturated fat: 4 g
Carbohydrates: 4 g
Sugar: 3 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 16 g
Sodium: 460 mg
Cholesterol: 41 mg

Gluten-Free Adaptable Note

To the best of my knowledge, all of the ingredients used in this recipe are gluten-free or widely available in gluten-free versions. There is hidden gluten in many foods; if you're following a gluten-free diet or cooking for someone with gluten allergies, always read the labels of your ingredients to verify that they are gluten-free.