Bacon tuna salad with pickles and celery
Enjoy a flavorful twist on the classic tuna salad with crispy bacon, tangy pickle relish, and crunchy celery. Perfect for a quick lunch or snack, this Bacon Tuna Salad recipe combines savory tuna with the satisfying crunch of vegetables and the richness of mayonnaise. Try it today for a delicious, protein-packed meal!
- 26 Mar 2025
- Cook time 10 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 1 Servings
- 6 Ingredients
Looking for a tasty and quick meal idea? Try this Bacon Tuna Salad with Pickles and Celery! This recipe is a delightful twist on the classic tuna salad, adding crispy bacon, tangy pickles, and crunchy celery to create a flavorful and satisfying dish. Perfect for a light lunch, sandwich filling, or a side dish, this salad is both versatile and delicious.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Place the strip of bacon in a cold frying pan. Turn the heat to medium and cook the bacon until it is crispy, turning frequently to avoid burning. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Once cooked, remove the bacon from the pan and place it on a paper towel to drain any excess grease.
- Allow the bacon to cool, then crumble it into small pieces.
- Finely chop both the onion and celery into small, bite-sized pieces. Make sure the pieces are uniform to ensure they mix well into the salad.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the 1/4 cup of mayonnaise with the 1/2 tablespoon of pickle relish. Stir until the ingredients are well incorporated.
- Open the canned tuna and drain it completely to remove any excess liquid. Use a fork to break the tuna into smaller, flaky pieces.
- Add the drained tuna to the bowl containing the mayonnaise and pickle relish mixture.
- Add the finely chopped onion and celery to the bowl.
- Sprinkle the crumbled bacon into the bowl as well.
- Gently fold the ingredients together using a spatula or large spoon until everything is evenly mixed and coated with the dressing.
- For the best flavor, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the bacon tuna salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve the salad on a bed of fresh lettuce, as a sandwich filling, or with crackers.
Tips:
- For the best texture, make sure to finely dice the onion and celery.
- You can use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a lighter version of the salad.
- If you don't have pickle relish, finely chop some pickles and add a bit of the pickle juice for extra tang.
- Try adding a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten the flavors.
- For a bit of spice, consider adding a dash of hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Your Bacon Tuna Salad with Pickles and Celery is now ready to enjoy! This salad combines the rich, savory taste of bacon with the fresh, crisp flavors of celery and pickles, all brought together by creamy mayonnaise and tasty canned tuna. It's an easy-to-make dish that is sure to become a favorite in your household. Enjoy it on its own, in a sandwich, or with crackers for a delightful meal anytime.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 290 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 360kcal | 18% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 36g | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 14g | 4% |
| Fiber 0.87g | 2% |
| Sugar 10g | 10% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 18g | 22% |
| Saturated 3.82g | 13% |
| Cholesterol 80mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 44ug | 5% |
| Choline 70mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 0.14mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 0.20mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 18mg | 111% |
| Vitamin B6 0.64mg | 38% |
| Vitamin B9 24ug | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 4.39ug | 183% |
| Vitamin C 2.50mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E 1.62mg | 11% |
| Vitamin K 40ug | 32% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 45mg | 4% |
| Copper, Cu 0.12mg | 14% |
| Iron, Fe 3.11mg | 28% |
| Magnesium, Mg 50mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus, P 290mg | 24% |
| Potassium, K 480mg | 14% |
| Selenium, Se 120ug | 215% |
| Sodium, Na 1030mg | 69% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.58mg | 14% |
| Water | |
| Water 220g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
More recipes
Peanut butter, banana and flax green smoothie
Perfect for a quick breakfast or post-workout boost.
06 May 2025