Tuna Salad Recipe for One: Quick, Tasty, and Guilt-Free

Last updated on June 3, 2024

Tuna salad is a delicious mix of tuna, mayo, and crunchy veggies that’s perfect for a quick, tasty meal.

Ready to embark on a solo culinary adventure? This tuna salad recipe is your one-way ticket to flavor town—no layovers, no liquid limits. With easy-to-follow steps and a sprinkling of humor, you’ll have a delicious and satisfying meal faster than you can say “sandwich sabotage.” Ready, set, chop!

Tuna Salad Extravaganza

tuna salad extravaganza

Tuna salad might be your new best friend. Quick to prepare, delicious to taste, and perfect for that solo lunch break. Expect a tantalizing dance of flavors from the creamy mayonnaise, the crisp veggies, and the delightful tuna. This is a dish you’ll find yourself craving more often!

  • Cooking method: No-cook
  • Prep time: 10 minutes
  • Cuisine type: American

Ingredients

  • 1 can (5 oz) of tuna in water, drained
  • 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise
  • 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon of red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon of fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 cup of mixed greens (optional)

Cooking Instructions

  1. Drain the can of tuna thoroughly. Imagine it’s Titanic, and we really need to get all the water out!
  2. Place the tuna in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Treat it like royalty!
  3. Add 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise and 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard. Stir until it can’t take it anymore.
  4. Mix in the finely chopped celery and red onion. Precision chopping here, folks.
  5. Squeeze in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and mix well. Watch out for seeds – they’re sneaky!
  6. Add salt and pepper to taste. Don’t go too wild, you’re not a pirate.
  7. Finish it off with a sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley. Fancy, huh?
  8. If you’re feeling green, serve on a bed of mixed greens. Bon Appétit!

Suggestions

  • Replace mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a healthier twist.
  • For added crunch, throw in some chopped bell peppers or cucumber.
  • For a dairy-free option, use avocado instead of mayonnaise.
  • Garnish with a sprinkle of capers for a briny burst of flavor.
  • Want some heat? Add a dash of your favorite hot sauce or some chili flakes.