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Tuna Salad Recipe with Egg

This Tuna Salad Recipe with Egg is a creamy, crunchy delight! Perfect for lunch or a snack, it's quick and easy to whip up.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad:
  • 1 can tuna (5 oz), drained packed in water or olive oil
  • 2.5 tablespoons mayonnaise your favorite brand
  • 2 tablespoons celery, diced
  • 2 tablespoons dill pickle, diced
  • 1 large egg, hard-boiled and chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 4 teaspoons red onion, diced
  • 1.5 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 0.25 teaspoon dried dill optional
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • Lettuce or toasted sourdough for serving

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Serving spoon

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Start by draining the canned tuna thoroughly. Place it in a mixing bowl and flake it with a fork. Next, hard-boil your egg, cool it, peel it, and chop it into small pieces.
  2. To the bowl with the tuna, add in the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir until the tuna is well coated with the mixture.
  3. Incorporate the diced celery, dill pickles, and red onion into the tuna mixture. This is where the salad gets its delightful crunch and flavor!
  4. Gently fold in the chopped hard-boiled egg. Be careful not to mash it too much; you want to keep some texture.
  5. Sprinkle in the salt and dried dill, if using. Taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice if desired.
  6. Serve your Tuna Salad Recipe with Egg on a bed of crisp lettuce leaves or generously piled on slices of toasted sourdough. Enjoy immediately or chill it in the refrigerator for a bit before serving.

Notes

  • For a lighter option, swap mayonnaise for Greek yogurt.
  • Use sweet pickles or relish if you prefer a different flavor.
  • To bulk up the salad, add chopped avocado or bell peppers.