Creamy Tuna and Cheddar Pea Salad Dip

Creamy Tuna and Cheddar Pea Salad Dip

Description

Whip up this quick, creamy, and flavorful Creamy Tuna and Cheddar Pea Salad Dip for your next gathering! Packed with flaky tuna, sweet green peas, cubes of sharp cheddar cheese, and red onion all tied together in a rich, seasoned mayonnaise dressing, this dip is the ultimate snack. Serve it chilled with a stack of crispy crackers for an effortless appetizer everyone will rave about.

Ingredients

• 2 cans (5 oz each) chunk light or albacore tuna in water, drained well

• 1 cup frozen green peas, thawed (or fresh peas, lightly blanched)

• 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes

• 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced

• 1/3 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

• Salt and black pepper to taste

• Crackers (such as Ritz or saltines) for serving

Instructions

1. Prep the Tuna: Drain the canned tuna thoroughly, then flake it with a fork into a large mixing bowl.

2. Add Mix-Ins: Add the thawed green peas, cubed cheddar cheese, and finely diced red onion into the bowl with the tuna.

3. Mix the Dressing: In a small separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

4. Combine: Pour the dressing over the tuna and vegetable mixture. Gently toss everything together until all the ingredients are evenly coated and combined.

5. Chill (Optional): Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.

6. Serve: Spoon the chilled salad dip into a serving bowl and serve alongside a platter of your favorite crispy crackers!