Tuna Salad For One
This single serving tuna salad is creamy, fresh, and made with simple pantry ingredients, perfect for a quick lunch or light meal.
Servings: 1 serving
Ingredients
- 1 (5-ounce can) water-packed tuna -drained
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 stalk celery -diced
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ tablespoon pickle relish (optional)
Instructions
- Add the drained tuna to a small bowl and break it up with a fork.
- Stir in the mayonnaise, celery, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and relish, if using, until evenly mixed.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to eat.
Notes
- Drain the Tuna Well: Press out excess liquid to prevent a watery tuna salad.
- Mix Gently: Stir just until combined to keep the tuna from becoming mushy.
- Let It Rest: Chill for 20 to 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to blend.
- Adjust Before Serving: If the salad thickens after chilling, stir in a small amount of mayonnaise to loosen it.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 222kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 1062mg | Potassium: 104mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 180IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 16mg
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