🧂 Easy Gluten-Free Tuna Salad (Quick, Creamy & Protein-Packed)

Let’s be honest: tuna salad gets a bad rap—but when done right? It’s creamy, flavorful, filling, and honestly a total gluten-free lunch hero. Whether you’re meal-prepping for the week, need something quick between appointments, or just want a protein-rich snack that won’t trigger your gut, this Gluten-Free Tuna Salad has your back.

No weird fillers, no mystery ingredients—just a simple, satisfying mix you can whip up in minutes.

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🐟 Ingredients

(Makes 2–3 servings)

• 2 cans tuna, drained (I prefer tuna in water, but oil-packed works too!)
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise (or more if you like it extra creamy)
• 1 tsp yellow or Dijon mustard (optional, but adds a nice tang)
• 1–2 tbsp dill relish, sweet relish, or a mix of both
• 2 tbsp red onion or green onion, finely chopped
• 1 hard-boiled egg, chopped
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp paprika (optional)
• Squeeze of lemon juice (optional but brightens the flavor)

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🥄 How to Make It

• Add the drained tuna to a medium bowl.
• Stir in the mayo, mustard, lemon juice, and relish until smooth and creamy.
• Mix in the chopped egg, onion, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
• Taste and adjust—more mayo if you like it richer, more relish if you love the tang.
• Chill in the fridge for 15 minutes (if you have time)—it lets the flavors come together beautifully.

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🥗 Serving Suggestions

• Stuff into lettuce wraps for a light, crunchy lunch
• Sandwich it between slices of gluten-free bread or wraps
• Serve it on top of gluten-free crackers, rice cakes, or cucumber slices
• Toss on a bed of greens with avocado and tomatoes for a hearty salad
• Or just grab a fork and eat it straight from the bowl (you’re safe here)

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🔄 Make It Your Own

• Add more eggs if you want a tuna-egg salad hybrid
• Stir in chopped pickles or even jalapeños for a fun twist
• Swap out the mayo for Greek yogurt or a vegan mayo substitute
• Like it spicy? Add a dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper

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🧊 Storage

• Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days
• Great for lunch prep—portion it out ahead of time for busy days

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📌 Save This Recipe

This gluten-free tuna salad is fast, creamy, and customizable—with egg, relish, and flavor-packed extras that take it from basic to best-ever. It’s perfect for lunchboxes, snack plates, or last-minute meals that don’t feel like a compromise.