Tuna Salad With A Little Kick Food

CLASSIC TUNA SALAD

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Tuna salad is a classic go-to for quick lunches and snacks. This tuna salad recipe is made with canned tuna, mayo, celery, onion, and lemon, and can be customized in dozens of ways. It's creamy, filling, and easy to make!

Provided by Sally Vargas

Categories Lunch Salad Sandwich Budget Pantry Meal Quick and Easy

Time 5m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 (5-ounce) can tuna packed in water
1 rib celery, diced
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon red onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 pinch salt
1 pinch black pepper

Steps:

Drain the tuna: Open the can and hold it over the sink. Tilt the can and press on the lid to allow the water in the can to drain.
Serve how you like it: Spoon tuna salad onto slices of bread to make a sandwich, scoop onto crackers for a snack, or serve it atop a bed of salad greens for a healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 539 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 18 g, ServingSize 2 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

A REALLY GOOD TUNA SALAD

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A classic...and the only tuna salad recipe you'll ever need.

Provided by Jennifer Segal

Categories Salads

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups (enough for 4 sandwiches)

Number Of Ingredients 10

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

Steps:

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 Facts : Calories 288, Fat 23 g, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sugar 3 g, Fiber 1 g, Sodium 460 mg, Cholesterol 41 mg

BEST EVER TUNA SALAD

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Creamy, delicious tuna salad with a surprise ingredient!

Provided by Kristy

Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 eggs
2 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained
1 (6 ounce) can crabmeat, shredded
½ cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon sour cream
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
½ teaspoon dried dill weed
⅛ teaspoon lemon pepper
2 tablespoons dill pickle relish
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
¾ cup finely chopped onion

Steps:

Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, peel and chop finely.
In a mixing bowl, combine tuna, crabmeat, mayonnaise, sour cream and mustard. Stir in chopped egg, dill weed, lemon pepper, dill and sweet relish and chopped onion. Mix thoroughly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.4 calories, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Cholesterol 80.1 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 260.1 mg, Sugar 2.1 g