New York Deli Tuna Salad + The Best Tuna Melt!
New York Deli Tuna Salad + The Best Tuna Melt!
This classic New York deli style tuna salad is so easy to make and is perfect for sandwiches, salads, or even by itself.

INGREDIENTS

  • 4 (5 oz) cans solid water-packed tuna well drained
  • 1/2 cup finely diced onion
  • 1/2 cup finely diced celery
  • 1 tsp celery salt
  • 2 tbsp sweet relish
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1-1/4 cups mayonnaise plus more as needed
  • salt and pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS

  1. Drain the tuna cans of their water as much as possible.
  2. Place the tuna, celery, and onion into a large bowl and thoroughly mix in the relish, celery salt, and soy sauce and let sit for 10 minutes before adding the mayo.
  3. Add the mayonnaise and mix well. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
  4. The next day, strain the tuna of all the accumulated water. Add more mayo as required and serve. Enjoy!

 

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