Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 3 medium Yukon gold potatoes, cubed
- 2 cans tuna, drained
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise (plus more to taste)
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1/4 yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup finely chopped Italian parsley
- 3/4 cup frozen peas, thawed and drained
Instructions
- Cook the Potatoes: Bring a medium pot of well-salted water to a boil. Add the cubed Yukon gold potatoes and cook until tender, about 12 to 15 minutes. Once cooked, drain the potatoes and set them aside to cool completely to room temperature.
- Prepare the Tuna Mixture: Once the potatoes have cooled, transfer them to a large bowl. Add the drained tuna and, using a fork, gently mash the tuna to break up any large pieces. Stir in the juice of half a lemon, a pinch of kosher salt, and several grinds of freshly ground black pepper to season and combine the flavors.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: Add the mayonnaise, diced celery, finely chopped yellow onion, chopped Italian parsley, and thawed, drained peas to the bowl. Gently fold all the ingredients together with the cooled potatoes and tuna, mixing just until everything is evenly combined. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.
- Serve or Store: Serve the salad immediately for the freshest flavor or refrigerate it in an airtight container. The salad will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, making it a convenient option for meal prep.
Notes
- Use Yukon gold potatoes as they hold their shape well and have a buttery flavor ideal for salads.
- Allow potatoes to cool completely before adding to prevent the mayonnaise from melting and creating a watery salad.
- Feel free to add more mayonnaise if you prefer a creamier texture.
- Fresh lemon juice brightens the flavors; adjust the amount to your taste.
- This salad can be enjoyed on its own or served as a side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
