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Creamy Lemon Herb Tuna Salad

Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250
A flavorful and creamy tuna salad infused with fresh lemon and herbs, perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner.

Ingredients

Canned Tuna

  • 10 oz tuna, drained
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 0.5 cup finely chopped celery
  • 0.25 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.25 cup chopped cucumbers (optional) (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped almonds or walnuts (optional) (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped chives (optional) (optional)

Instructions 

  • Drain and flake the tuna in a bowl.
  • Chop celery, red onion, parsley, and dill; add to tuna.
  • Mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon zest, mustard, salt, and pepper to make dressing.
  • Pour dressing over tuna mixture and stir gently.
  • Fold in cucumbers, nuts, and chives if using. Refrigerate for 15-30 minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lemon before serving.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $10
Course: Salad
Keyword: herbs, lemon, Tuna