why make this recipe
This salad is quick, tasty, and easy to make. It uses simple pantry items and a bit of crunch from cashews. You can make it in minutes for lunch or a light dinner.
introduction
Easy Cashew Tuna Salad is a simple mix of tuna, cashews, and a few basic seasonings. It tastes fresh and has nice crunch from the nuts. If you like quick salads, try this or try a sweet salad like easy cheesecake salad with blueberries and strawberries for dessert.
how to make Easy Cashew Tuna Salad
Make this salad in one bowl. Open the tuna, chop the cashews, and mix everything. For a low-carb side you can also pair it with a small egg salad, such as the easy deviled cauliflower egg salad.
Ingredients :
- 1 can tuna, drained
- 1/2 cup cashews, chopped
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1/4 cup celery, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions :
- In a mixing bowl, combine the tuna, chopped cashews, mayonnaise, mustard, diced celery, and diced red onion.
- Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve on a bed of lettuce or between slices of bread.
how to serve Easy Cashew Tuna Salad
Serve it chilled on lettuce leaves, in a sandwich, or with crackers. It goes well with fresh veggies or a simple green salad like a classic cucumber and feta mix found at easy Greek salad with cucumbers and feta.
how to store Easy Cashew Tuna Salad
Put the salad in an airtight container. Keep it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Stir before serving. Do not leave it out at room temperature for more than two hours.
tips to make Easy Cashew Tuna Salad
- Drain the tuna well to avoid a watery salad.
- Chop cashews small for easier bites.
- Use light mayo if you want less fat.
- Taste and add salt last, since tuna can be salty.
variation (if any)
- Add chopped pickles or dill for extra tang.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a lighter version.
- Swap cashews for almonds or walnuts if you prefer.
FAQs
Q: Can I use fresh tuna?
A: Canned tuna is easiest. If you use fresh cooked tuna, flake it and cool before mixing.
Q: Are cashews required?
A: No. You can leave them out or use another nut for crunch.
Q: How long does it keep?
A: The salad keeps in the fridge up to 3 days in a sealed container.
Q: Can I make it ahead?
A: Yes. Make it a few hours ahead and keep it chilled until serving.
Conclusion
For a similar low-carb twist and more ideas, see the Low Carb Cashew Tuna Salad Recipe – Stylish Cravings.
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Easy Cashew Tuna Salad
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Pescatarian
Description
A quick and tasty salad combining tuna, cashews, and fresh vegetables for a crunchy and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 can tuna, drained
- 1/2 cup cashews, chopped
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1/4 cup celery, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the tuna, chopped cashews, mayonnaise, mustard, diced celery, and diced red onion.
- Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve on a bed of lettuce or between slices of bread.
Notes
Drain the tuna well to avoid a watery salad. Use light mayo for less fat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: tuna salad, cashew salad, quick salad, easy dinner