Best 5 Jessicas Tuna Nut Salad Recipes

JESSICA'S TUNA NUT SALAD

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Make and share this Jessica's Tuna Nut Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Jessica McMurrey

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 5 Sandwiches, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 (5 ounce) cans solid white tuna
1/4 cup pecans, chopped
1/4 cup Miracle Whip or 1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sweet relish
1/4 apple, chopped
1 tablespoon honey dijon mustard
1 -2 hardboiled egg (optional)
sliced bread

Steps:

Thats right, just mix all ingredents in with drained tuna and sandwich between any bread.
YUM! Bon Appetit!

ZIPPY TUNA SALAD

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"With crunchy pecans and sweet pineapple, this tuna salad is my favorite," relates Tammy Toups of Beaumont, Texas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple
1 can (12 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked
2 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
6 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon Creole seasoning
1/8 teaspoon minced garlic
Dash celery salt
Dash cayenne pepper
1/4 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

Drain pineapple, reserving 2 tablespoons juice. Combine pineapple, tuna, eggs, celery and onion. In a small bowl, combine reserved pineapple juice, mayonnaise, mustard and seasonings. Add to tuna mixture; mix well. Chill. Add pecans just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 17g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 350mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

STACY'S CRUNCHY TUNA SALAD

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Why stick with just a traditional-style tuna salad when you can add crunch and texture with some awesome fresh veggies? Try my creation to mix it up for a fresh new change. Serve with crackers, on a bed of your favorite salad greens. Makes 2 generous portions or can easily make 3 to 4 salad portions. Enjoy!

Provided by Stacy Scott-Calcagni

Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 (5 ounce) cans albacore tuna in water, drained and flaked
1 medium Roma tomato, cored and diced
1 small shallot, diced
½ cup diced English cucumber
½ cup diced carrot
½ cup diced jicama
½ cup avocado ranch dressing, or to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon lime juice

Steps:

Place tuna in a medium bowl. Add tomato, shallot, cucumber, carrot, jicama, salad dressing, cilantro, salt, and pepper; mix until blended. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Add lime juice and stir again to blend.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516.9 calories, Carbohydrate 12.6 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 35.5 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 1207.2 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

STACY'S GREEK-INSPIRED TUNA SALAD

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Another twist on a new creation for tuna salad. I don't like olives, so there are none in my recipe, but other ingredients bring the Greek flavors to this tuna! Makes a generous portion for 2, or it can be divided up to make 3 or 4 smaller portions. Enjoy! Serve with pita chips if you like.

Provided by Stacy Scott-Calcagni

Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 (5 ounce) cans solid white albacore tuna in water, drained
½ cup diced English cucumber
½ cup seedless red grapes, halved
¼ cup tzatziki sauce, or more to taste
¼ cup slivered or sliced almonds, toasted
¼ cup feta cheese crumbles
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 cups spring mix greens, or as desired
1 (6 ounce) package pita chips

Steps:

Place tuna in a medium bowl. Add cucumber, grapes, tzatziki sauce, almonds, feta cheese, dill, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Add lemon juice and mix again.
Serve on a bed of greens with pita chips on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 740.4 calories, Carbohydrate 63.3 g, Cholesterol 65.8 mg, Fat 51 g, Fiber 11.9 g, Protein 50.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 957.2 mg, Sugar 9.5 g

TUNA WALNUT SALAD

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

Provided by lets.eat

Categories Tuna

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts, toasted
1/3 celery, chopped
1/3 medium carrot, grated
2 green onions, snipped
2 (6 ounce) cans light chunk tuna in water, drained and flaked
8 slices tomatoes

Steps:

Combine mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, vinegar, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add walnuts, celery, carrot, and green onions, mix well. Add tuna and mix evenly. Serve mounded over tomato slices. Garnish with shredded parmesan if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.5, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 28.4, Sodium 548.7, Carbohydrate 6.2, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.4, Protein 23

Tips:

For the best results, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
If you don't have canned tuna, you can use cooked chicken or tofu instead.
If you don't have celery, you can use diced cucumber or red bell pepper instead.
If you don't have walnuts, you can use almonds, pecans, or pine nuts instead.
If you don't have mayonnaise, you can use Greek yogurt or sour cream instead.
Season the salad to taste with salt and pepper.
Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Tuna nut salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a light lunch, a hearty snack, or a side dish. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give tuna nut salad a try.