For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of your favorite hot sauce. If you prefer a smoother texture, you can finely chop the eggs and pickles by hand instead of using a food processor. Feel free to experiment with other vegetables, such as finely diced red onion or bell pepper. Use high-quality tuna packed in water for the best flavor and texture. Drain it thoroughly to avoid a watery salad.
No-Mayo Tuna Salad
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME5 mins
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TOTAL TIME30 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS66
A vibrant and flavorful tuna salad, reimagined without mayonnaise! This refreshing take on a classic relies on the tangy sweetness of bread and butter pickles and a touch of pickle juice for a delightful, creamy texture. Perfect for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or simply enjoyed on its own.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate7 g
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Cholesterol168 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein16 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium470 mg
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Sugar7 g
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Fat5 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 12 mins Hard-Boil the Eggs: Gently place the eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring the water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, then immediately remove from heat. Cover the saucepan tightly and let the eggs stand in the hot water for 10-12 minutes. (12 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Cool and Peel: Immediately transfer the hard-boiled eggs to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, gently peel the eggs. (5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Chop the Base: Place the peeled eggs and chopped bread and butter pickles into a food processor. Pulse briefly, just until the mixture is roughly chopped. Avoid over-processing; you want some texture remaining. (2 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 3 mins Combine and Season: Transfer the egg and pickle mixture to a medium-sized bowl. Add the drained tuna and finely diced celery. Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. (3 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Dress and Blend: Stir in the sweet pickle juice. Gently fold all ingredients together until thoroughly blended. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. (2 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View 30 mins Chill and Serve: For optimal flavor, cover the tuna salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully. Serve on your favorite bread, lettuce cups, or crackers.
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Cristal Lakin
Jun 29, 2025My kids loved this! They didn't even realize it was 'healthy' tuna salad. I'll definitely be making this again.
Isac Mitchell
Feb 3, 2025This is my new go-to tuna salad recipe. It's so easy to make and tastes so fresh.
Verda Windler
Jan 14, 2025I added a little Dijon mustard for extra zing and it was perfect! Thanks for sharing this delicious recipe.
Taurean Pacocha
Oct 26, 2024I was skeptical about tuna salad without mayo, but this recipe is amazing! The pickles add such a great tang and sweetness.