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Refreshing Cucumber Tuna Salad

Refreshing Cucumber Tuna Salad: Quick & Creamy Delight

This Refreshing Cucumber Tuna Salad is a quick and healthy option, ready in just 10 minutes, perfect for a light meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Tuna (canned, in water, drained) Substitute with tuna in olive oil for richer flavor.
  • 2 mini Cucumbers, diced Use regular cucumbers if mini are unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onions can be substituted.
  • 1 tablespoon Dill (dried or fresh, chopped) Fresh dill can be used for more vibrant taste.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used for a lighter alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can be used instead.
  • to taste Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • to taste Black Pepper Enhances overall flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • strainer
  • Spatula
  • Vegetable Peeler

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Drain the Tuna: Open the canned tuna, pour it into a fine mesh strainer, and let the water drain off for about 2 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Cucumbers: Rinse the mini cucumbers, lightly peel them, and dice into small pieces. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Make the Dressing: In the mixing bowl with the tuna, add dill, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Fold the diced cucumbers into the tuna mixture, ensuring even coating. This takes about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Chill and Serve: Allow the salad to chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the tuna is well-drained to maintain texture. Allowing the salad to chill enhances the flavors.

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