Creamy Tuna Salad with Celery and Onion Recipe
A classic and simple Tuna Salad recipe made with canned tuna, celery, onion, mayonnaise, and mustard, seasoned with salt and pepper. Perfect for sandwiches, crackers, or as a salad topping, this quick and easy dish is a versatile and tasty option for lunch or a light meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
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Tuna Salad Ingredients
- 12 oz tuna in water (drained)
- ½ cup finely chopped celery
- ¼ cup finely chopped onion
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- Bread for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Drain the tuna thoroughly and finely chop the celery and onion to ensure even mixing and a balanced flavor in the salad.
- Mix Tuna Salad: In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna, chopped celery, chopped onion, mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until all ingredients are well incorporated and the salad has a creamy, consistent texture.
- Serve: Serve the tuna salad on bread as a sandwich, on crackers as an appetizer, or over a bed of fresh greens as a salad. Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for later use.
Notes
- Use high-quality tuna packed in water for a lighter salad, or opt for tuna in oil for a richer taste.
- Adjust mayonnaise quantity to achieve your preferred creaminess.
- For extra flavor, add chopped pickles, lemon juice, or fresh herbs like dill or parsley.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Serve chilled for best flavor and texture.
Keywords: tuna salad, tuna sandwich, easy lunch, no-cook salad, creamy tuna, quick recipe
