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tuna salad recipe

Tuna Salad Recipe

This tuna salad recipe is creamy, delicious, and packed with protein. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or salads, it’s quick to make and budget-friendly.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans tuna 5 oz each, drained
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 celery stalk finely chopped
  • ¼ cup red onion finely diced
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 slices bread or wraps optional, for serving
  • Lettuce leaves optional, for serving

Instructions
 

  • Drain the tuna thoroughly and place in a mixing bowl.
  • Add mayonnaise, celery, red onion, and lemon juice.
  • Mix until creamy and well combined.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve chilled as a sandwich, wrap, or over fresh greens.

Notes

Use Greek yogurt in place of some mayo for a lighter version.
Add pickles, capers, or fresh herbs for extra flavor.
Serve with crackers as a quick appetizer or snack.
Keyword creamy tuna salad, protein salad, quick lunch, sandwich filling, tuna salad recipe