Junior's Tuna Fish Salad Recipe

Recreate the legendary deli taste of Junior's Restaurant in Brooklyn, NY, with this easy tuna salad recipe! Perfect for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or crackers. This recipe captures the creamy, flavorful essence of a true New York deli classic. If you love Junior's cheesecake, you'll adore this taste of Brooklyn!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 203.9 kcal
Protein 42g
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Ingredients for Junior's Tuna Fish Salad

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How to Make Junior's Tuna Fish Salad

  1. Place one 5 ounce can of tuna in a colander and drain very well. Gently flake the tuna with a fork.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the flaked tuna with 1/2 cup finely chopped celery.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the tuna and celery mixture.
  5. Gently fold the dressing into the tuna mixture until evenly coated. Do not overmix.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more lemon juice for brightness or mayonnaise for creaminess.
  7. Serve immediately on bread, crackers, or lettuce cups. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

8g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Junior's Tuna Fish Salad?

Junior's Tuna Fish Salad takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Junior's Tuna Fish Salad?

Junior's Tuna Fish Salad has approximately 203.9 calories per serving, with about 42 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 15 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Junior's Tuna Fish Salad?

The key ingredients for Junior's Tuna Fish Salad are Albacore Tuna In Water, Celery, Mayonnaise, Fresh Lemon Juice, Dijon Mustard, White Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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