Simple Tuna Salad with Egg and Mayo: Recipe

Looking for a quick and satisfying meal? How about this delicious, nutritious, yet simple tuna salad with egg and mayo? This classic recipe combines the rich flavors of tuna, creamy mayo, and hard-boiled eggs to create a perfect combination that’s ideal for sandwiches, wraps, or served on a bed of fresh greens.

A simple tuna salad with eggs and mayonnaise is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare. With a handful of basic ingredients that you’re sure to have in your fridge and minimal effort, you can whip up a delicious meal in no time to serve as a quick lunch or a light dinner. This recipe makes approximately 4 servings. Oh, and don’t be afraid to customize the salad by adding other ingredients like chopped celery, red onion, or cucumbers for more great flavors.

In addition to all these benefits, there is one more. Do you have extra boiled eggs left over? Then this recipe is a great way to use up leftover boiled eggs and canned tuna that’s been waiting in your pantry.

Recipe

Ingredients in this recipe

• 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna, drained
• 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or dill (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Step-by-step instructions

Step 1

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna and the chopped hard-boiled eggs.

Step 2

• In a separate small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard (if using, I recommend it), lemon juice, and chopped parsley or dill. Mix until everything is well combined.

Step 3

• Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the tuna and eggs in a large bowl. Gently toss until the tuna and eggs are evenly coated with the mayo mixture.

Step 4

• Season the tuna salad with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the spices according to your taste and habit as needed and to taste.

Step 5

• Serve a simple tuna salad with eggs and mayonnaise on sandwiches, wraps, or on a bed of fresh vegetables. This is a wonderful option for a light lunch or dinner.