This is our favorite tuna salad that I make all the time! It’s so easy and such a perfect quick lunch. Every time I post it on Instagram, I’m always asked what goes in it. So I figured I’d finally measure it out and share it with you! Don’t skip the pickles, they really make it. So versatile and simple. Eat in on a salad, with crackers, as a tuna melt, in a sandwich, you name it. It’s a game changer and I hope you love it as much as I do!

What you need to make our favorite tuna salad + substitutions:

• Tuna- Tuna in olive oil is the only way I love to eat tuna. It has so much more flavor and it’s convenient because you already some extra delicious fat in your tuna. I’m not a big mayo fan, so I love that I don’t need as much if it’s already soaked in olive oil. My favorite tuna is this one from Costco, but any good tuna in olive oil will do.
• Avocado oil mayonnaise- We aren’t big mayo fans in this house, but whenever we buy mayo we usually go with the avocado mayo when we can. We usually buy the Chosen Foods one from Costco.
• Dijon mustard- I definitely prefer dijon mustard in this recipe. You could use yellow mustard or whole grain mustard if you’d like, but I really love the dijon and we always have it.
• Carrots- I love having extra veggies in this one. Carrots add a little sweetness and color.
• Celery- Celery adds a nice crunch, color, and flavor to this tuna salad.
• Bread & butter pickles- You can use dill pickles if you prefer, but the sweetness from the bread & butter pickles really make this recipe! They pair with the salty tuna perfectly.
• Dried dill weed- I love adding in a sprinkle of dried dill for a little extra flavor.

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Our Favorite Tuna Salad

This is our favorite tuna salad that I make all the time! It's so easy and such a perfect quick lunch. Every time I post it on Instagram, I'm always asked what goes in it. So I figured I'd finally measure it out and share it with you! Don't skip the pickles, they really make it. So versatile and simple. Eat in on a salad, with crackers, as a tuna melt, in a sandwich, you name it. It's a game changer and I hope you love it as much as I do!

Course: Main Course

Keyword: easy lunch, lunch, make ahead, meal prep, tuna, tuna salad

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 10oz canned tuna in olive oil not drained
• 2-4 tbsp avocado mayo depending how you like it
• 1 tbsp dijon mustard
• ½ cup carrots chopped
• ½ cup celery chopped
• ⅓ cup bread & butter pickles chopped
• ¼ tsp dried dill
• sea salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

• In a small mixing bowl, add in your tuna with the olive oil. Using a fork, break the tuna up.
• Add in the mayonnaise and dijon and give the tuna a mix.
• Next, pour in the carrots, celery, pickles, dried dill, a sprinkle of salt and a crack of pepper.
• Taste and add more salt if needed. Serve & enjoy!
• I love to eat mine on a salad with crackers, on a sandwich or wrap, or as a tuna melt.

Notes

For Storing: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 extra days.