Sometimes you just want a really good, old-school tuna salad. If that’s what you’re looking for, this recipe, courtesy of Once Upon a Chef, is the one for you. The combination of well-drained tuna with celery, scallions, relish, lemon juice and dijon mustard results in a classic tuna salad that’s fresh, flavorful, and easy to make. It’s the only tuna salad recipe you’ll ever need.

Servings: 2 cups (enough for 4 sandwiches)
Total Time: 20 Minutes

Tuna Salad IngredientsINGREDIENTS

  • 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

HOW TO MAKE REALLY GOOD TUNA SALAD

  1. 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.
  2. Transfer the tuna to a medium bowl and flake with a fork.
  3. Add the remaining ingredients and stir until evenly combined.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary.
  5. 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

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