Tuna Salad

This classic tuna salad is a quick and delicious dish that's perfect for a light lunch or an afternoon snack. It's a versatile recipe that pairs well with a bed of fresh greens or nestled between slices of your favorite bread for a satisfying sandwich. With a mix of fresh veggies and zesty flavors, this tuna salad is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Ingredients

🐟 2 cans white tuna in water or oil (drained if in water)
🍅 1 tomato, diced
🧅 1/2 small red onion, diced
🥒 1 Persian cucumber, diced
🌶️ 1 jalapeño, diced (seeds removed)
🥒 1 pickle, diced
🌿 1/4 cup chopped parsley
🍋 The juice of 1 lemon
🥄 1/3 cup mayonnaise (or less, according to taste)
🥄 1 heaping tablespoon stone-ground mustard
🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
🧂 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Instructions

1- Prepare the Tuna:

If using tuna in water, drain it thoroughly.
Place the tuna into a large mixing bowl and break it up with a fork to ensure even mixing.

2- Dice the Vegetables:

Dice the tomato, red onion, Persian cucumber, jalapeño (remove seeds to reduce heat), and pickle.
Add these to the bowl with the tuna.

3- Chop the Parsley:

Finely chop the parsley.
Add it to the mixture in the bowl.

4- Add the Dressing:

Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the mixture for a refreshing citrus flavor.
Add the mayonnaise (adjusting to your desired creaminess) and the stone-ground mustard.

5- Season to Taste:

Season with black pepper and salt.
Stir everything together until well combined.

6- Serve and Enjoy:

Serve your tuna salad over a bed of lettuce, mixed greens, or as the filling for a sandwich.
Enjoy this fresh and flavorful dish!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes (no cooking needed)
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per Serving: Approximately 250
Nutritional Information per Serving:

Proteins: 22g
Fats: 14g
Carbohydrates: 9g