First things first, make sure your tuna is well-drained. Too much liquid can make the salad soggy. Chop your hard-boiled eggs, celery, and red onion.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, chopped eggs, celery, and red onion. Give it a good mix to break up the tuna chunks.

Add the mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, and Dijon mustard to the tuna mixture. Stir until everything is well combined and creamy.

Now, let’s bring in the flavors. Add the paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the lemon juice for a hint of freshness. Mix everything thoroughly.

Always taste your tuna salad before serving. This is the time to adjust the seasoning. Need a bit more salt? Go for it. Want more tang? Add a little more lemon juice or relish.

Transfer your Black Folks Tuna Salad to a serving bowl. You can garnish it with chopped fresh parsley if you like. Serve it chilled, and enjoy!