Creamy Tuna Salad with Red Bell Pepper and Fresh Herbs Recipe
This Tuna Salad recipe is a quick and easy protein-packed dish perfect for lunch or a light dinner. Combining canned tuna with fresh vegetables, herbs, and a creamy mayonnaise base, it offers a flavorful, refreshing meal that can be served immediately or chilled for enhanced taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10-30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 cans tuna in oil, drained very well
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 tsp black pepper, add more to taste
- 1–2 tbsp finely chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper (or any other color)
- 1–2 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley or dill
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Flake the tuna: Drain your tuna thoroughly and transfer it to a large bowl. Use a fork to break up the tuna fully so it has a fine, flaky texture.
- Add the good stuff: Add the chopped red bell pepper, finely chopped onion, chopped parsley or dill, lemon juice, black pepper, and mayonnaise to the bowl with the tuna.
- Mix it up: Stir all the ingredients together until they are evenly combined and the mixture becomes creamy.
- Taste + tweak: Sample the salad and adjust the seasonings as needed—add more lemon juice for brightness, extra pepper for spice, or additional herbs for freshness.
- Serve or chill: The salad can be served immediately, but allowing it to chill for 15–20 minutes enhances the flavors and blends all the ingredients nicely.
Notes
- Draining the tuna thoroughly ensures the salad doesn’t become watery.
- You can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Try adding other herbs like cilantro or basil for a different flavor profile.
- This salad pairs well with crackers, bread, or as a filling for sandwiches and wraps.
- Chilling the salad improves flavor fusion but is optional.
Keywords: Tuna salad, protein salad, easy tuna recipe, healthy lunch, no cook tuna salad
