also be one of the most important.
If you leave too much liquid in the tuna, that moisture gets mixed into the mayonnaise and can make the salad loose and watery.
Drain the tuna thoroughly before mixing.
For particularly wet tuna, gently press it against the side of a fine-mesh strainer or use the back of a spoon to remove excess liquid.
Just don’t squeeze it until it’s completely dry and crumbly.
We want tender tuna—not tuna dust!
Why Celery Belongs in Tuna Salad
That little crunch of celery does more than add another ingredient.
It provides contrast.
The tuna is soft.
The mayonnaise is creamy.
The celery is crisp.
Suddenly every bite has a little more personality.
Finely dice the celery so you get small bursts of crunch without having a giant piece taking over the sandwich.
And if celery isn’t your favorite, there are plenty of alternatives.
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