Best 6 Aussie Tuna Summer Salad Recipes

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Summer in Australia is a time for outdoor entertaining, barbecues, and refreshing meals. And what could be more summery and refreshing than a light and flavorful salad? This article will provide you with the best recipes for Aussie tuna summer salad, a dish that is perfect for any occasion. From classic tuna salads to more creative and modern variations, we have something for everyone. So whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a show-stopping dish for your next party, you're sure to find the perfect recipe here.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SUMMERY HERBED TUNA PASTA SALAD



Summery Herbed Tuna Pasta Salad image

Marry tuna, pasta, green beans and carrots with an herby white wine vinaigrette.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 small shallot, minced
1 cup trimmed, chopped green beans
8 ounces dried farfalle
One 5-ounce can solid white tuna, preferably packed in olive oil, drained
1/2 cup torn fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/4 cup thinly sliced celery
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh chives
2 medium vine-ripe tomatoes, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, shallot, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
  • Cook the green beans in the boiling water until crisp-tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer the beans to a colander with a slotted spoon and run under cold water to stop the cooking process. Add them to the bowl with the dressing.
  • Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl.
  • Add the tuna, basil, carrots, celery, chives and tomatoes to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.
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AUSSIE TUNA SUMMER SALAD



Aussie Tuna Summer Salad image

A light Salad for the summer, a complete meal in itself. Tasty and refreshing. I made this one time when the temperature was far too high to turn the stove/oven on...it was 42C on that day... It was delicious and made me feel full but not that awful "heavy full" that one can't bear in Summer.

Provided by GayCOOKA

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 16m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 medium romaine lettuce
1 red onion, sliced into half rings
3 cold baked potatoes or 400 g cold cooked pasta
300 g raw button mushrooms, sliced
2 ripe tomatoes, , cut into wedges
1 large avocado
250 g canned tuna, broken into bite sized pieces
35 ml balsamic vinegar
lemon, juice of
25 ml olive oil
1 clove crushed garlic
1 teaspoon parsley
1 teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon rosemary (dried is ok)
1 pinch salt
cracked pepper

Steps:

  • Place Olive oil, herbs salt, Salt, Pepper and Garlic into a Microwave proof jug/container and microwave for 10-20 seconds (BE CAREFUL NOT TO HEAT THIS TOO MUCH, OIL BECOMES VERY HOT IN A MICROWAVE AND CAN MELT OR DAMAGE YOUR CONTAINER) After Heating the oil Mix, place in the refrigerator for a short while, until cool.
  • This ensures flavours are fully infused into the dressing.
  • Break up lettuce and place in a salad Bowl.
  • Place Onion, mushrooms, Potato/pasta and Avacodo into bowl and toss gently and thoroughly.
  • Place tossed salad ingredients into serving bowls and add the remaining SALAD ingredients.
  • Get the cold Oil Mix from the fridge and add the lemon Juice and Vinegar, and stir Thoroughly.
  • (TIP put in a clean jam jar and shake vigourously) Your dressing is done.
  • Drizzle the Dressing over the Salad, and hey Presto, You're done!

YELLOWFIN TUNA SUMMER SALAD



Yellowfin Tuna Summer Salad image

Could there be a more delightful dish to usher in the beginning of the warm weather season than a delicious, crispy salad? As an added bonus, this salad is as pretty as a picture and tastes as good as it looks! We have used both the Yellowfin tuna (also known as Ahi tuna) marinated in lemon dill and olive oil, and the one with roasted garlic in olive oil. Both are equally delicious. My husband and I have a newsletter publishing company and work from home. I came up with this recipe because I needed something crunchy and filling for a mid-day meal. And one that wasn't calorie laden.

Provided by Olivia Paige

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (5 1/2 ounce) can yellowfin tuna fillets, drained and separated
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
1/3 cup red onion, chopped
1/2 cup apple, e.g. such as Red Delicious, chopped
1/3 cup red bell pepper, chopped (reserve 2 tablespoons for garnish)
1/3 cup reduced-calorie mayonnaise
3 cups lettuce leaves
3 cups baby spinach leaves
3 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
6 cherry tomatoes, sliced
fresh ground pepper
extra virgin olive oil, and
balsamic vinegar, to taste

Steps:

  • Toss together tuna, celery, walnuts, red onion, apple and red bell pepper until thoroughly mixed.
  • Stir in mayonnaise until ingredients are completed coated.
  • Tear lettuce/spinach leaves into bite sized pieces and divide equally among 4 salad bowls.
  • Place scoops of tuna mixture in center of lettuce/spinach leaves.
  • Arrange sliced eggs and tomatoes around edge of tuna mixture. Garnish with reserved bell pepper. Season with fresh ground pepper, to taste.
  • Serve with crackers or toasted bread rounds.
  • Optional: For an added boost of flavor, drizzle salad with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

SUMMERTIME TUNA PASTA SALAD



Summertime Tuna Pasta Salad image

It's fresh, light, tasty and healthy. (Variation: If you are not a big tuna fan like me, try one 7.5 ounce can of salmon, drained and flaked.)

Provided by CORWYNN DARKHOLME

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup creamy salad dressing (e.g. Miracle Whip)
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups elbow macaroni
1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup cucumber - peeled, seeded and chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix dressing, dill weed and ground black pepper. Mix in macaroni, tuna, broccoli, celery and cucumber until well blended. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.2 calories, Carbohydrate 26.9 g, Cholesterol 14.7 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 286.9 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

SUMMER TUNA SALAD



Summer Tuna Salad image

What makes this tuna salad so summery? We think it's the zucchini, snap peas and cilantro. (Seriously, take a bite-it tastes like a summer garden stroll!)

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 15m

Yield Makes 10 servings, 1/2 cup each.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup KRAFT Real Mayo
1/4 cup BREAKSTONE'S Sour Cream
3 cans (5 oz. each) chunk light tuna in water, drained, flaked
1 zucchini, chopped
20 sugar snap peas, sliced (about 1 cup)
1 Granny Smith apple, chopped
3 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 serrano chile, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine mayo and sour cream in medium bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients; mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 190 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 9 g

GRILLED TUNA SALAD



Grilled Tuna Salad image

I love cooking this tuna spinach salad! Tuna steaks are quick to cook and delicious, and always seem a little more elegant, even though they're pretty inexpensive. You can find them at most meat and seafood counters. -De'Lawrence Reed, Durham, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 pound tuna steaks
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 cups fresh baby spinach
1/2 cup grape tomatoes
1/3 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed
1/4 cup frozen corn, thawed
CITRUS VINAIGRETTE:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil
1-1/2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons honey
1-1/2 teaspoons lime juice
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons orange juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Brush tuna with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill, covered, over high heat or broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 3-4 minutes on each side for medium-rare or until slightly pink in the center. Let stand for 5 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the spinach, tomatoes, edamame and corn. In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients; drizzle over salad and toss to coat., Divide salad among four plates; slice tuna and arrange over salads. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 12 g fat (2 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51 mg cholesterol, Sodium 380 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16 g carbohydrate, Fiber 3 g fiber, Protein 31 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Fresh ingredients: Use the freshest possible ingredients for the best flavor. Look for ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and tender tuna.
  • Quality tuna: Choose high-quality tuna for the best results. Look for tuna that is packed in water or olive oil, and avoid tuna that is packed in brine.
  • Homemade dressing: The homemade dressing in this recipe is simple to make and adds a lot of flavor to the salad. Be sure to whisk the dressing ingredients together thoroughly before adding them to the salad.
  • Chill before serving: This salad is best served chilled. Refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Garnish with herbs: Fresh herbs, such as basil, parsley, or cilantro, add a nice touch of flavor and color to the salad. Garnish the salad with herbs before serving.

Conclusion:

This Aussie Tuna Summer Salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be made with ingredients that you probably already have on hand. The salad is packed with flavor and is a great way to use up leftover tuna. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy summer salad, give this one a try!

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