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Classic Tuna Salad

INGREDIENTS

2(6 ounce) cans solid white tuna packed in water
2tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1stalk celery, minced (about 1/4 cup)
2tablespoons red onions, minced
2tablespoons dill pickles or 2 tablespoons sweet gherkins, minced
¹⁄₂clove garlic, minced or pressed through a garlic press (about 1/8 tsp.)
¹⁄₂teaspoon salt
¹⁄₄teaspoon ground black pepper
2tablespoons fresh parsley leaves, minced
¹⁄₂cup mayonnaise
¹⁄₄teaspoon Dijon mustard

DIRECTIONS

Place the tuna in a colander and drain well.
Shred the tuna with your fingers, breaking up any clumps until it has a fine and even texture.
Put the tuna in a medium bowl and mix in the lemon juice, celery, onion, pickles, garlic, salt, pepper, and parsley until well blended.
Fold in the mayonnaise and Dijon until mixture is evenly moistened.
Salad can be kept covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.