Best 12 Cheesy Tuna Salad Recipes

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Cheesy tuna salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that will please the whole family. Tuna salad is a classic dish that has been enjoyed for generations, and cheesy tuna salad takes this classic to a whole new level. The combination of tuna, mayonnaise, celery, onion, and cheese creates a creamy, flavorful, and satisfying dish that is sure to become a favorite.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

GOURMET TUNA SALAD



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The combination of green olives, almonds and capers in addition to the usual ingredients in tuna salad makes this recipe exceptionally good.

Provided by Patricia Jones

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (12 ounce) can albacore tuna in water, drained and flaked
2 green onions, chopped
1 stalk celery, diced
¼ cup pimento-stuffed green olives, chopped
2 tablespoons capers, chopped
¼ cup blanched slivered almonds
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine tuna, green onions, celery, green olives, capers and almonds.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Blend together dressing and tuna mixture. Serve on bed of lettuce or with croissant as a tuna salad sandwich.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Cholesterol 52.1 mg, Fat 32.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 908 mg, Sugar 1 g

QUICK TUNA SALAD



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This tuna salad is great when you are in a hurry; very quick and easy to make. It tastes great every time!

Provided by HJP

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (7 ounce) can solid white tuna packed in water, drained
¼ cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip™)
1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish, or to taste

Steps:

  • Mash tuna together with salad dressing and relish in a small bowl with a fork. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4.4 g, Cholesterol 26.3 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 239.9 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

CHEESY TUNA SALAD



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Make and share this Cheesy Tuna Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by EdandTheresa

Categories     Tuna

Time 23m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces tuna
16 ounces small shell pasta
2 celery ribs
1 medium onion
8 1/2 ounces peas
2 cups Miracle Whip
2 cups milk
1 lb Velveeta cheese

Steps:

  • Boil water, cook pasta 8 minutes, rinse and cool.
  • mix miracle whip and milk.
  • in a bowl add the cooled pasta,diced celery,diced onions,drained tuna and miracle whip mixture.
  • mix until pasta is coated.
  • add cubed velveeta cheese and drained peas, mix.
  • chill and serve.

THE BEST TUNA SALAD



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While we love many kinds of tuna salad, this classic version tops them all. The crispy celery and red onion give add zest and crunch, while mayonnaise and touch of mustard marry it all together. The lemon juice is optional as it's not traditional, but we strongly recommend it to brighten up the flavors of the final dish.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Two 6-ounce cans white meat tuna packed in water, drained
2 tablespoons minced celery
2 tablespoons minced red onion, soaked in cold water for 5 minutes and drained
1 teaspoon minced flat-leaf parsley
1/3 cup prepared mayonnaise
1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
Freshly ground black pepper
Freshly squeezed lemon juice (optional)

Steps:

  • In a small mixing bowl break up the tuna with a fork. Toss with the celery, onion and parsley. Add the mayonnaise, mustard and season with pepper, to taste. Stir to combine. Add lemon juice, to taste, if using.

EASY CHEESY TUNA CASSEROLE



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A quick and easy main dish. Serve with green salad.

Provided by Wendi

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package medium seashell pasta
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (15 ounce) can mixed vegetables, drained
1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon oil to the water to prevent sticking. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a 2 quart saucepan over medium heat, combine the cream of mushroom soup, mixed vegetables, canned tuna, and 1 cup of the cheddar cheese. Gently fold pasta into the soup mixture and mix thoroughly. Pour pasta and soup mixture into a 11x7 inch baking dish. Sprinkle remaining cup of cheese on top.
  • Bake in a preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1697.1 calories, Carbohydrate 190 g, Cholesterol 163.7 mg, Fat 67.7 g, Fiber 15.6 g, Protein 85.6 g, SaturatedFat 33.6 g, Sodium 2353.6 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

CHEESY TUNA MELTS



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A great quick snack for hungry people in a hurry. Crisp muffins, creamy tuna salad and bubbly melted cheese on top.

Provided by sal

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained
⅓ cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 pinch salt
4 English muffins, split and toasted
8 slices ripe tomato
8 slices Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to broil.
  • In a bowl, mix together tuna, celery, mayonnaise and salt. Spread tuna mixture onto the toasted muffin halves and place them on a baking sheet. Top each half with a slice of tomato and a slice of cheese.
  • Broil until cheese is melted, about 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 35.8 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 399.3 mg, Sugar 1 g

TUNA-MACARONI SALAD WITH CHEESE



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The cheese, tuna and pickles seasoned with onion and garlic make for a really good flavour in this salad.

Provided by bert2421

Categories     Tuna

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (6 ounce) package shell macaroni
1 cup cubed cheddar cheese
1 (7 ounce) can tuna, drained
3/4 cup sliced sweet gherkin
1/3 cup minced onion
1 cup salad dressing or 1 cup mayonnaise
salt & pepper
2 cloves garlic, crushed

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni.
  • Drain; rinse with cold water.
  • Combine macaroni, cheese, tuna, pickles and onion in a large bowl.
  • Stir together salad dressing, salt, pepper and garlic; pour over macaroni mixture and toss.
  • Cover; chill at least 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.6, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 56.6, Sodium 534, Carbohydrate 20.8, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 8.2, Protein 16.1

CHEESY MACARONI AND TUNA SALAD



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See the beauty of this macaroni and tuna salad! This Cheesy Macaroni and Tuna Salad is made with mac and cheese, perfect for weeknights and busy weekends.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 3h20m

Yield 6 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pkg. (7-1/4 oz.) KRAFT Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen peas, thawed, drained
1 can (5 oz.) tuna, drained, flaked
1 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup MIRACLE WHIP Dressing
1/4 cup CLAUSSEN Sweet Pickle Relish, drained
2 Tbsp. finely chopped onions
2 Tbsp. chopped pimentos, drained

Steps:

  • Prepare Dinner as directed on package.
  • Add remaining ingredients; mix well.
  • Refrigerate 3 hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 2 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 720 mg, Carbohydrate 34 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 9 g, Protein 13 g

CREAMY AND CRUNCHY TUNA SALAD SUPREME



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This tuna salad is made special with the addition of cream cheese and chopped raw carrots. Red peppers make it pretty and one or two other vegetables, fruits or nuts keep it changing and interesting. I developed this recipe after I tasted cream cheese in a salmon salad sandwich at a funeral lunch in Canada many years ago. Add baby spinach or lettuce leaves, and serve on your favorite bread or as a wrap in a tortilla.

Provided by Joan Newman

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 ounces cream cheese, softened, or as needed
2 (5 ounce) cans solid white tuna packed in water, drained and flaked
½ carrot, finely chopped
¼ cup diced red bell pepper
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Stir mayonnaise and cream cheese together in a bowl until smooth. Add tuna, carrot, and red pepper; season with pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.2 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Cholesterol 37.1 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 119.3 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

CHEESY TUNA CASSEROLE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Dinner has never been easier than with this updated classic tuna casserole. Full of pantry staples, the dish comes together quickly. Make the casserole sauce, pour it over your favorite noodles, top it with cheese, and bake it off for a new weeknight staple.

Provided by Nichi Hoskins

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 small yellow onion, diced
6 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons all purpose flour
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup whole milk
2 cups peas, canned, drained
1 cup carrot, drained
4 cans tuna, packed in water, drained
12 oz egg noodles, cooked according to package instructions and drained
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 cup butter crackers, crumbled
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9 x 13-inch (22 x 33cm) baking dish with nonstick spray.
  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until softened and very fragrant, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic, flour, Italian seasoning, and salt and cook for another minute, until thickened.
  • Slowly pour in the chicken broth and milk and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly. Once the mixture has thickened, 10-12 minutes, stir in the peas, carrots, and tuna.
  • Spread the cooked egg noodles in the prepared baking dish.
  • Pour the sauce over pasta in the pan and stir to combine. Add 2 cups of cheddar cheese and stir to incorporate. Spread the casserole in an even layer, then sprinkle the remaining cup of cheese on top.
  • In a small bowl, use a fork to mix together the cracker crumbs, Parmesan, and olive oil. Sprinkle over the casserole.
  • Bake the casserole for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned and bubbling.
  • Serve warm.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 691 calories, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fat 44 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 24 grams, Sugar 6 grams

CHEESY TUNA MACARONI SALAD



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A friend of mine made this at a bbq and it surprised me with how much the cheese whiz added. It was the one ingredient I hadn't expected!

Provided by Marissa Reedhead

Categories     Potluck

Time 20m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups macaroni
1 cup mayonnaise (not miracle whip)
2 (6 ounce) cans tuna
1/4 cup green onion, diced
1/4 cup celery, diced
3 -4 tablespoons Cheese Whiz (I used the light version)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the macaroni.
  • Add the chopped green onion and celery along with the tuna into a bowl. Break up the tuna so it is in small pieces.
  • When the macaroni is finished, add it into the bowl.
  • While the pasta is still warm, add the cheese whiz and mayonnaise into the bowl and mix well until it is all combined.
  • Chill for at least 2 hours but overnight would be best and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.3, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 22.7, Sodium 265.4, Carbohydrate 29.9, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2.5, Protein 12.9

TUNA, CHEESE AND PASTA SALAD



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Three-color pasta, cubed cheese, tuna, and roasted sweet peppers blend into a spunky salad that we enjoy over 2 suppers during hot summer days. This is an excellent salad that I've served with or without cashews since sometimes I forget those. Fresh basil is essential to this recipe and we just have some fancy fresh breads and butter with it. I don't recall which of my magazines I got this from but it's favorite of mine.

Provided by Cher Jewhurst

Categories     Tuna

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups dried tri-colored fusilli or 2 cups rotini pasta
3/4 cup cheddar cheese or 3/4 cup provolone cheese
2/3 cup frozen peas
1/2 cup celery
2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup creamy roasted garlic salad dressing or 1/2 cup peppercorn ranch dressing
7 ounces chunk tuna in water, drained
1 (7 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained and coarsely chopped
romaine lettuce leaf
1/3 cup roasted cashews

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
  • Rinse with cold water; drain again.
  • Transfer pasta to large bowl.
  • Stir in cheese, peas, celery and basil, AND tuna and peppers. (Thanks Sandylee for catching this).
  • Pour salad dressing over pasta mixture; toss gently to combine.
  • Cover and chill for 2 - 8 hours.
  • To serve, stir in a few tablespoons additional salad dressing, if necessary, to moisten pasta mixture.
  • Arrange romaine leaves in salad bowl or on chilled dinner plates.
  • Top with pasta mixture.
  • Sprinkle with cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.5, Fat 12.7, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 40.5, Sodium 1021.7, Carbohydrate 10.2, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 2.2, Protein 21.2

Tips:

  • Use high-quality tuna: Opt for tuna that is packed in water or olive oil and is sustainably sourced. Solid white albacore tuna is a good choice, as it has a mild flavor and firm texture.
  • Choose the right mayonnaise: Use a good-quality mayonnaise that you enjoy the taste of. If you prefer a lighter option, you can use Greek yogurt or sour cream instead.
  • Add your favorite mix-ins: Feel free to experiment with different mix-ins to create your own unique tuna salad. Some popular options include celery, onion, dill, pickles, hard-boiled eggs, and olives.
  • Season to taste: Don't forget to season your tuna salad with salt, pepper, and any other spices you enjoy. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a splash of hot sauce for extra flavor.
  • Chill before serving: For the best flavor, chill your tuna salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop.

Conclusion:

Cheesy tuna salad is a classic dish that is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its creamy, flavorful texture and customizable ingredients, it's a versatile dish that can be served as a sandwich, salad, or dip. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy lunch or a satisfying snack, cheesy tuna salad is a great option.

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