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Creamy Tuna Egg Salad Recipe Ready in Just 30 Minutes

tuna egg salad recipe

A quick and healthy tuna egg salad with mixed greens, sweet corn, cherry tomatoes, and a creamy dressing.

Ingredients

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  • 5 cups mixed salad greens
  • 2 cans tuna, drained
  • 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and halved
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup sweet corn, drained
  • 1 cup cheese cubes
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • For the dressing:
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon water, if needed to thin

Instructions

  1. Hard-boil the eggs, let them cool, then peel and cut them in half.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth and creamy. Add a little water if you want a thinner dressing.
  3. In a large salad bowl, add the mixed greens, tuna, sweet corn, cherry tomatoes, and cheese cubes.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is lightly coated.
  5. Arrange the halved eggs on top and season with salt and black pepper.
  6. Serve immediately, or chill for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Use fresh or canned corn based on preference.

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