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.
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
HOW TO MAKE REALLY GOOD TUNA SALAD
- 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
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