Miranda Lambert’s Nonny’s Tuna Salad

If you’re looking for a dish that feels like a warm hug from your grandma—with a little Miranda swagger—look no further than Nonny’s Tuna Salad.

This isn’t your basic mayo-and-tuna assembly; thanks to Lambert’s Texan roots, it’s a nostalgic, friendly—and surprisingly modern—take on the 1950s diner classic.

One of my favorite summer activities is floating in the pool with a good cookbook in hand. I’d do it year-round if I could, but living in Minnesota makes that a bit tricky!

I just finished reading Miranda Lambert’s cookbook, Y’all Eat Yet? Welcome to the Pretty Btchin’ Kitchen, and I have to say—it’s more than just a cookbook. It’s such a fun, heartfelt read!

Yes, she shares some really awesome recipes but she also shares great stories of her life.

I’ve always loved Miranda’s music but after reading this book I feel like we could be friends and hang out cooking and drinking.

How to Enjoy It

• Classic sandwich: Layer on whole-grain or sourdough bread. Bonus points on toasted slices!
• Lettuce wraps: Perfect for a lighter, low-carb option.
• Party dipper: Serve in a bowl surrounded by crackers, celery sticks, and sliced veggies.
• Meal prep: Makes 3–4 days of grab-and-go lunches—high‑protein and satisfying.

Miranda Lambert’s Nonny’s Tuna Salad is comfort food with a kick: nostalgic, family-rooted, and entirely modern thanks to the apple.

It’s proof that simple ingredients, a touch of creativity, and a dash of love (plus a famous country twang) can elevate any recipe to next-level deliciousness.

Interested in more stories and dishes from Y’all Eat Yet? or want ideas on side dishes that pair perfectly? Just say the word—and until then… Y’all eat yet?

What is Tuna Salad?

Tuna Salad is a classic dish made primarily with canned tuna mixed with mayonnaise and other ingredients for flavor and texture.

It’s often used as a filling for sandwiches, wraps, or lettuce cups, or served on crackers or over greens as a light meal.

It’s a quick, protein-packed dish that’s especially popular in the summer for picnics, lunches, or light dinners.

Ingredients

• Tuna, packed in water (not oil)
• Celery sticks, chopped
• Apple, chopped
• Onion, chopped
• Hard-boiled eggs, chopped
• Sweet pickle relish
• Mayonnaise
• Spicy mustard
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper

How to make Miranda Lambert’s Nonny’s Tuna Salad

Drain the tuna.

Transfer to a medium bowl and break up with a fork.

Add the celery, apple, onion, eggs, and pickle relish and toss.

Add the mayonnaise and mustard to taste, if using, and season with the salt and pepper.

Stir to combine.

Cover and refrigerate the tuna salad for about an hour;

Then enjoy, just like Nonny would make—comfort in every bite.