Picky Eaters Tuna Salad Recipe

Conquer picky eaters (and yourself!) with this surprisingly delicious tuna salad recipe. Perfect for those who love tuna but aren't thrilled with traditional tuna salad. This recipe has evolved over years to create a flavor explosion that even the pickiest eaters will crave. Easy to make and adaptable to your favorite bread or grilling method!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 180.5 kcal
Protein 40g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Picky Eaters Tuna Salad

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Picky Eaters Tuna Salad

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How to Make Picky Eaters Tuna Salad

  1. Drain one 5-ounce can of tuna and gently flake it with a fork in a medium-sized bowl.
  2. Add 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon finely chopped celery, 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
  4. Serving suggestion 1: Spread tuna salad generously between two slices of bread with a slice of American cheese. Grill in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and cheese is melted.
  5. Serving suggestion 2: Place tuna salad between two slices of bread with a slice of American cheese. Cook on a George Foreman grill until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted.
  6. Serving suggestion 3: Serve your tuna salad on a bed of lettuce for a lighter meal.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

8g

Carbs

1g