Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsThe Family RestaurantTuna Salad Recipe

Tuna Salad Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Make Tuna Salad Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Seasoning Ingredients

Optional Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Open and Drain the Tuna

    Open the cans of tuna and drain the liquid completely. Place the drained tuna in a large mixing bowl.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Dice the celery and finely chop the red onion. If using, chop the pickles and hard-boiled eggs, and set aside.

Mixing

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In the mixing bowl with the tuna, add the mayonnaise, diced celery, chopped red onion, and any optional ingredients like pickles and hard-boiled eggs.

  2. 4

    Add Seasonings

    Add the Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika to the bowl. Mix everything together until well combined.

Final Touch

  1. 5

    Adjust Seasoning

    Taste the tuna salad and adjust seasoning as necessary, adding extra salt, pepper, or lemon juice to taste.

  2. 6

    Chill and Serve

    Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the tuna salad for at least 30 minutes to let flavors mingle. Serve on a bed of lettuce, in a sandwich, or with crackers.

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