Description
A classic and easy-to-make Tuna Salad recipe that is perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or served on its own. This delicious salad combines tender tuna with creamy mayonnaise, crunchy celery, tangy pickle relish, and a hint of garlic and lemon for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 cans tuna packed in water, drained (5 ounce cans)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup celery, minced
- 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Drain Tuna: Drain the liquid from the tuna cans thoroughly to ensure no excess water affects the texture of the salad.
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna with mayonnaise, minced celery, sweet pickle relish, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and freshly ground pepper. Stir all ingredients together gently but thoroughly until well combined.
- Serve: Serve the tuna salad as is from the bowl, wrapped in lettuce leaves for a low-carb option, or use it as a filling for sandwiches. Enjoy immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or a light mayo.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste preferences.
- Add chopped onions or hard-boiled eggs for extra flavor and texture if desired.
- Chill the tuna salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
