Tuna Salad with Relish and Dijon Mustard

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My favorite tuna salad recipe, with lots of flavor.

Prep Time10

Chill Time10

Total Time20

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: tuna salad with relish and dijon mustard

Servings:

Calories: 377kcal

Author: Katie

Equipment

Mixing bowl (medium or large)
Spoon or spatula
Measuring spoons

Ingredients

2 cans tuna (drained, 7 ounces each) White Albacore is best
2-3 tablespoons Dijon mustard (adjust to taste)
3 tablespoons dill relish
¾ cup mayonnaise (Hellman's or Best)
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare the dressing. Combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and dill relish in a large mixing bowl. Stir until well blended. You can adjust the amount of mayonnaise depending on your preference for a creamier or lighter salad.
Add the tuna. Gently fold in the drained tuna, flaking it with a fork as you go. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to your liking.
Chill and serve. For the best flavor, refrigerate the tuna salad for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve as a sandwich, over a fresh green salad, or with crackers.
Tip: This tuna salad is great for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days!

Notes

Choose solid white albacore tuna if possible—it’s firmer and tastes milder than the chunk light variety, which improves the salad’s flavor and feel.

If you like a bit of tang, Dijon mustard is great. But for a less sharp taste, try yellow mustard or grainy mustard for some texture. Adjust how much you use to suit your taste.

Start with a bit of mayo and add more as you like. Mix in some Greek yogurt instead of all mayo for a healthier choice.

Don’t forget salt and pepper to enhance the taste. After adding the tuna, try and tweak the seasonings to get it right before serving.

This recipe is pretty adaptable! Mix in chopped celery, red onion, or hard-boiled eggs for more texture and taste. A bit of lemon juice can make it fresher.

Adding finely chopped dill or parsley can give a fresh, herby flavor that goes well with the salad.

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