Tuna is one of those foods that people either adore or detest.

Clearly I’m an adorer since this post is featuring tuna salad and all.

But I totally get why someone may not fancy tuna.

It is quite flavorful.

And very odoriferous.

But as long as you’re armed with some extra minty gum, there’s nothing to worry about.

Besides potentially definitely irritating your coworkers/friends/classmates/family members with the pungency of your snack.

Man’s best friend (I’m looking at you, Fido) will stay on your good side though.

That is, as long as he gets a bite or two.

Now, tuna salad can of course be enjoyed on its own. There’s nothing wrong with digging in fork first.

Or you could get a little more creative and place some tuna between two slices of whole grain bread. Let’s not forget a couple sweet tomato slices and a crisp lettuce leaf.

Tuna sandwiches are nothing new, but you could get even more creative and make a double salad. As in plop your tuna on a bed of fresh lettuce leaves. Throw some refreshing cucumber in there, a chopped up hard boiled egg, some juicy tomatoes and you’re good to go.

If you happen to have an extra avocado on hand, scoop some tuna salad into the center of an avocado half and you got yourself a snack packed with protein and healthy fats. (Got a little trendy with that one.)

I’m still not sure how I feel about hot tuna… questionable tuna melts and tuna noodle casserole?? I think the line will be drawn there. But if someone whips up a healthified version for me, I probably won’t decline.

So what makes this tuna salad healthy?

Well…

Light, water-packed sustainably caught tuna is mixed with creamy vegan mayo, citrusy lemon juice, nutty toasted walnuts, minced red onion, herby dried parsley, fresh chives and black pepper.

Protein and healthy fats for days!

Now is the time to provide all human beings in the vicinity with nose plugs… or just share. 🙂

P.S. You most toast your nuts. Always. For flavor reasons, that is.

P.P.S. No need to add salt if you’re using tuna canned with sea salt. Overly salty food is never pleasant.

P.P.P.S. When I say “1 can tuna”, I mean a standard 5-oz can.

P.P.P.P.S. I know regular people like their tuna salad with a little more mayo. So, add more mayo gosh darn it.