Best 5 Anns Special Tuna Salad Recipes

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Ann's Special Tuna Salad is a classic dish that has been enjoyed by generations of families. It is a simple yet flavorful salad that is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. In this article, we will provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to make Ann's Special Tuna Salad, along with some tips and tricks for making the perfect salad. So, gather your ingredients and let's get started!

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ANN'S SPECIAL TUNA SALAD



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Nothing is better at a potluck than a macaroni salad. This tuna salad features delicious celery, green onions and pimientos adding tasty flavor. This salad will be gone in no time.-Ann Kaiser, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup small shell macaroni
1 can (14 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked
1 cup diced celery
1/2 cup chopped green onions with tops
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained, or 1 tomato, seeded and diced, or 6 radishes, sliced
1 cup Miracle Whip
1 tablespoon sweet or dill pickle relish
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 teaspoon mustard
1/4 cup half-and-half cream or milk
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni in boiling salted water until tender. Rinse in cold water and drain. Place in a large bowl. Add tuna, celery, onions, peas and pimientos; toss gently to mix. Combine Miracle Whip, pickle relish, ketchup, mustard and cream; fold into the salad. Add salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for several hours before serving. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434 calories, Fat 31g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 536mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

TUNA SALAD WITH HOT AND SWEET PEPPERS



Tuna Salad With Hot and Sweet Peppers image

Inspired by the oil-and-vinegar tuna salads of the Mediterranean, this version includes new-world peppers. Letting thin slices of hot and sweet peppers sit with vinegar and salt for a few minutes gives them a pickled taste without taking away their crispness. It also makes for a sharp dressing when mixed with the olive oil from oil-packed tuna. Celery and parsley bring freshness to this blend, which is wonderful on its own and versatile enough to be spooned over toast or tossed with lettuce or pasta.

Provided by Genevieve Ko

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, quick, snack, weeknight, appetizer, main course, side dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 red, orange or yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 hot green chile, such as serrano, seeded if desired, thinly sliced
1 1/2 tablespoons sherry or red wine vinegar
Salt and black pepper
2 celery stalks
2 (5-ounce) cans or 1 (7- to 8-ounce) jar tuna packed in olive oil
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Toss the pepper and the chile with the vinegar and a big pinch of salt in a large bowl. Let sit for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, cut the celery into 1/4-inch dice.
  • Add the celery, tuna with all of its oil and chopped parsley to the peppers. Toss until the tuna flakes into bite-size pieces and everything is well mixed, then season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

ANN'S FANTASTIC FRUIT SALAD



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This is a fruit salad my mother-in-law makes, and it is just wonderful and probably the best I have ever had. If you don't like a particular fruit, just substitute it with one that you like! Sometimes my mother-in-law uses peeled and chopped pear in this recipe, you can use pomegranate seeds, mandarin oranges...just whatever seasonal fruit is available to you, it's a very forgiving recipe and completely full of vitamins.

Provided by witchywoman

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 Ruby Red grapefruit - peeled, segmented, and chopped
1 large navel orange - peeled, segmented, and chopped
2 Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored, and diced
1 (15 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained (juice reserved)
1 (10 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained and halved
1 cup grapes, halved
2 bananas, sliced
½ cup sweetened flaked coconut
½ cup chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon white sugar, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Mix grapefruit, orange, apples, pineapple, maraschino cherries, and grapes in a large bowl. Mash slightly with the back of a wooden spoon to release juices. Add bananas, coconut, walnuts, and sugar; stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate to blend flavors, at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.5 calories, Carbohydrate 43.5 g, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 15.2 mg, Sugar 25.4 g

RANDOM TUNA SALAD



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Definitely not your everyday tuna salad! If you're like me and not a fan of the relish and boiled eggs typically found in tuna salad, then you'll want to try this variation with apples and golden raisins. Serve on crackers, toasted whole grain bread, or wrapped in lettuce leaves.

Provided by AMBERKATIE

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (5 ounce) can solid white tuna packed in water, drained
1 ½ teaspoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons brown mustard
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, or to taste
1 medium apple (Cameo, Braeburn, Gala or Fuji) -- peeled, cored and chopped
1 tablespoon golden raisins
¼ teaspoon cracked rainbow peppercorns
¼ teaspoon Greek seasoning

Steps:

  • Mash tuna together with mayonnaise, brown mustard, red wine vinegar, pepper and Greek seasoning. Fold in apple and raisins.
  • Fold in apple and raisins and serve on crackers, toasted whole grain bread, or wrapped in lettuce leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.8 calories, Carbohydrate 7.7 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 1.9 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 88.3 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

CATHERINE ANN'S ENTICING TUNA SALAD - THE LONGMEADOW FARM



Catherine Ann's Enticing Tuna Salad - the Longmeadow Farm image

This recipe was saved from many years ago (35) when my then future MIL and I would enjoy a cool, refreshing "time-out" on her screened in porch. Never finding tuna in a can" or a tuna from "anywhere" to be especially great tasting, particularly to my immature palette (I was probably 19 yers.old) I would hem and haw about how I was already full, wasn't hungry, etc...etc...until one day, I thought I would take the plunge and just eat it. And it was as delightful as promised. Maybe it was the time spent with this woman that had such an impact on my life, maybe it was the summer breeze softly making the wind chimes "tinkle" in the distance, either way, I have loved this method of making this simple sandwich ever since. So with great fondness for a great woman, I present to you, the reader, Catherine-Anne's simply lovely tuna salad.

Provided by Andi Longmeadow Farm

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 ounces canned tuna (in water, or oil, drained)
1 large celery rib, chopped largely
1/4 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon onion, minced
2 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise (I prefer less)
1/8 teaspoon ground pepper (I add more)
1/4 teaspoon salt (to taste)
2 drops Tabasco sauce (optional)
1 large lettuce leaf
4 slices bread
1/2 teaspoon butter
1 teaspoon fresh chives (chopped)

Steps:

  • Mix together celery, mustard, onion, mayonnaise, pepper, salt, and Tabasco Sauce in a mixing bowl.
  • Wash and dry lettuce leaves well so they are crispy and enjoyable to eat.
  • Add drained tuna to mayonnaise mixture, gently, trying not to break up tuna bits.
  • Toast bread, spread with butter and put one lettuce leaf in between bread.
  • Spoon tuna salad onto lettuce leaf, adding chives. Clamp slices of bread together. Cut in 1/2 diagonally.
  • Agh -- life IS good.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 43, Sodium 1041.8, Carbohydrate 31.2, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 4.1, Protein 24.5

Tips:

  • Fresh, high-quality ingredients: Use the freshest tuna, mayonnaise, and vegetables you can find. Fresh ingredients will give your tuna salad the best flavor.
  • Properly cooked tuna: Cook the tuna until it is just cooked through. Overcooked tuna will be dry and tough.
  • Flake the tuna gently: Use a fork to gently flake the tuna. Avoid using your fingers, as this can make the tuna salad mushy.
  • Use a good mayonnaise: A good mayonnaise will make all the difference in your tuna salad. Use a mayonnaise that is made with fresh, high-quality ingredients.
  • Add your favorite vegetables: Add your favorite vegetables to your tuna salad. Some popular additions include celery, onion, red pepper, and cucumber.
  • Season to taste: Season your tuna salad to taste with salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings.
  • Chill before serving: Chill your tuna salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and will make the salad easier to handle.

Conclusion:

Tuna salad is a classic dish that is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. By following these tips, you can make the best tuna salad possible. This salad is a great source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, and it is also a good way to get your daily dose of vegetables. Tuna salad is a versatile dish that can be served as a sandwich, a salad, or a dip. It is also a great addition to a picnic or potluck.

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