Best 5 Chow Mein Tuna Salad Recipes

Chow mein tuna salad is a delightful dish that combines the flavors of classic tuna salad with the crispy texture of chow mein noodles. This unique and tasty salad is perfect for a quick and easy lunch, dinner, or snack. With a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of preparation, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that is sure to become a favorite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHOW MEIN TUNA SALAD

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This recipe is a delicious variation on standard tuna salad. Served over a bed of crunchy chow mein noodles, this creamy tuna salad makes a quick yet memorable supper.-Marilyn A. Coomer, Louisville, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 cans (12 ounces each) white water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
1-1/2 cups mayonnaise
1-1/2 cups chopped cashews
3/4 cup finely chopped green onions
3 jars (2 ounces each) diced pimientos, drained and finely chopped
3 tablespoons finely chopped green pepper
3 tablespoons sour cream
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
3/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups chow mein noodles

Steps:

Place tuna in a large bowl; set aside. In another large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, cashews, onions, pimientos, green pepper, sour cream, vinegar and salt. , Pour over tuna and toss to coat. Serve with chow mein noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 804 calories, Fat 69g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 1112mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

TUNA SALAD CHOW MEIN

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Make and share this Tuna Salad Chow Mein recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 (12 ounce) cans tuna, drained and flaked
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
1 1/2 cups chopped cashews
3/4 cup chopped green onion
2 (2 ounce) jars diced pimentos, drained
3 tablespoons chopped green peppers
3 tablespoons sour cream
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
3/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups chow mein noodles

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first 9 ingredients; mix well.
Serve over chow mein noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 581.4, Fat 32.4, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 67.7, Sodium 684.7, Carbohydrate 26.4, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 2.9, Protein 47.4

CRUNCHY TUNA SALAD

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My husband and son don't really care for salads, but I can't seem to fix enough of this one. It makes a quick, refreshing lunch. -Pat Ashworth, Elk Grove, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup sour cream
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 head iceberg lettuce, torn
1 can (12 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 can (5 ounces) chow mein noodles

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic powder, salt and pepper. In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, tuna and peas. Add mayonnaise mixture; toss to coat. Stir in chow mein noodles. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 calories, Fat 20g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 599mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

TUNA CHOW MEIN CASSEROLE

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Make and share this Tuna Chow Mein Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Skeeter

Categories Tuna

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup cut up celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons chopped green peppers
1 tablespoon butter
1 can tuna
1/2 can chow mein noodles (reserve 1/4 cup)
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup water
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup salted peanuts

Steps:

Heat oven to 350 degrees.
In a large skillet cook and stir celery, onion and green pepper in butter until onion is tender.
Stir in Tuna with remaining ingredients.
Pour into ungreased 1-1/2 qt.
casserole dish.
Sprinkle with reserved chow mein noodles.
Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.7, Fat 29.1, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 9.8, Sodium 886.4, Carbohydrate 17, Fiber 4, Sugar 3.9, Protein 12.1

TUNA FISH PEA SALAD

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An easy, QUICK, but absolutely delicious recipe that's great on sandwiches, with crackers, or even on its own. Kids love it too!

Provided by erinelz

Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 (12 ounce) can chunk light tuna in water, drained
1 (15 ounce) can peas, drained
¼ cup reduced-fat mayonnaise, or as needed
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

Place the tuna into a bowl with the peas, and lightly stir to break up the tuna and combine with the peas. Add the mayonnaise, garlic powder, and pepper, and stir to mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Cholesterol 16.8 mg, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 159.7 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best results.
If you don't have chow mein noodles, you can use ramen noodles or spaghetti noodles instead.
Be sure to drain the tuna well before adding it to the salad.
Add as much or as little mayonnaise as you like to achieve the desired consistency.
Season the salad to taste with salt and pepper.
Garnish the salad with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, or crushed peanuts before serving.

Conclusion:

Chow mein tuna salad is a quick, easy, and delicious meal that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover chow mein noodles. With its crunchy noodles, creamy mayonnaise, and savory tuna, this salad is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chow mein tuna salad a try.