This The Best Tuna Salad is creamy, fresh, and perfectly balanced with simple ingredients that come together in minutes—ideal for sandwiches, wraps, or an easy protein-packed lunch you’ll keep coming back to.
Ingredients
- 2 cans 5 oz each tuna, drained well
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup celery finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons red onion finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional add-ins: chopped pickles capers, or a pinch of paprika
Instructions
- Drain the tuna thoroughly and place it in a medium bowl. Flake it gently with a fork.
- Add the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Mix until creamy and evenly combined.
- Stir in the celery, red onion, and parsley if using.
- Season with salt and black pepper. Adjust to taste.
- Chill for 10–15 minutes if desired, or serve immediately.
