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Tuna Salad

Cultural Context

Tuna salad is a popular dish in American cuisine, often served as a sandwich filling or on a bed of greens. It is a convenient meal option, especially for lunch, and can be easily customized with various ingredients. The dish has roots in the early 20th century when canned tuna became widely available, making it a staple in many households.

AmericanUSmain
15 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
2 (5-ounce) cans tuna
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 stalk of celery (diced)
2 tablespoons red onion (diced)
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (chives and/or other herbs)
½ tablespoon Dijon mustard
kosher salt and ground black pepper (to taste)

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: store-brand mayonnaise

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and higher in protein.

canned tuna

🥗Healthier: fresh tuna

💰Cheaper: canned sardines

Fresh tuna is leaner, while sardines are often less expensive.

1

Drain the liquid from the tuna cans.

2

Add the tuna, mayonnaise, diced celery and red onions, herbs, Dijon mustard, salt and black pepper to a mixing bowl.

3

Stir all of the ingredients together until well combined.

4

Enjoy the tuna salad plain out of a bowl, wrapped in lettuce, or in a sandwich.

Cooking Techniques

mixing

Equipment Needed

mixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

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Also Known As

Tuna Salad SandwichTuna Salad Bowl

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