Best 8 Oriental Tuna Salad Recipes

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Oriental tuna salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that can be enjoyed as a light lunch, dinner, or snack. It is a combination of flavors that creates an umami-rich and satisfying dish. This article will provide you with the best recipe for oriental tuna salad, exploring the ingredients and steps involved in creating this flavorful dish. We will cover the various types of tuna that can be used, the different vegetables and seasonings that can be added, and the best way to prepare and serve this salad. So, let's get started on discovering the best recipe for oriental tuna salad!

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

ASIAN TUNA SALAD



Asian Tuna Salad image

It's spicy and super-addictive! Serve with lettuce as lettuce wraps. Great with crackers and pita bread, too.

Provided by mimilulu

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 (5 ounce) cans chunk light tuna in water, drained and flaked
½ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Craisins®)
½ cup finely chopped carrot
¼ cup chopped green onions
¼ cup finely chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 ½ teaspoons ground ginger
1 ½ teaspoons ground red chile pepper
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
½ cup light mayonnaise
¼ cup Asian chile paste (such as sambal oelek)
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey

Steps:

  • Mix tuna, cranberries, carrot, green onions, cilantro, sesame seeds, ginger, ground chile pepper, and kosher salt together in a large bowl.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, chile paste, sesame oil, soy sauce, and honey together in a separate bowl; add to tuna mixture and stir to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.4 g, Cholesterol 19.2 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 13.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 305.8 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

ASIAN TUNA SALAD



Asian Tuna Salad image

Asian inspired tuna salad with canned tuna, radishes, cilantro, shredded carrot, ginger, rice vinegar and sesame oil.

Provided by Elise Bauer

Categories     Salad     Budget     Pantry Meal     Quick and Easy

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

10-12 ounces of canned white albacore tuna packed in water, drained
8-10 small radishes, cut into wedges
1 large carrot, shredded
1 clove garlic, smashed and minced
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1/2 to 1 serrano chile, seeded and minced (taste for heat and adjust, can also sub some chili pepper flakes)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon dark sesame oil
3 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar (or plain rice vinegar with a teaspoon of sugar)
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 whole green onion, chopped
Optional: 8 ounces (dry) soba noodles* or fresh lettuce
*If mixing in with soba noodles, cook soba noodles according to package directions, and rinse with cold water.

Steps:

  • Place the drained tuna, radishes, shredded carrot, garlic, ginger, chile, vegetable oil, dark sesame oil, and rice vinegar in a large bowl. Gently toss to combine. Add salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 411 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 11 g, ServingSize Serves 2-4, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

ORIENTAL TUNA SALAD



Oriental Tuna Salad image

This recipe is scaled to take to a outing or a club meeting. From a hand written greeting card, signed R. King.

Provided by Nyteglori

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 12h20m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 (6 ounce) cans tuna, water packed undrained
3/4 cup quick oatmeal
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/2 cup water chestnut
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 (3 1/2 ounce) jar tiny cocktail onions, drained
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon curry powder
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 cup chow mein noodles
lettuce (optional)
slivered almonds (optional)

Steps:

  • Dump undrained tuna into bowl and mix with oatmeal. Let set about 15 minutes for the oatmeal to absorb the juice. Mix with veggies, mayo, juice, soy sauce and spices. If tuna appears to dry add a bit more mayo. If too moist add a bit more oatmeal. Chill overnight for flavors to set.
  • Just before serving add chow mein noodles. Serve on a lettuce leaf topped with slivered almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.9, Fat 8.9, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 24, Sodium 265.9, Carbohydrate 13, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 2.7, Protein 14

ORIENTAL TUNA SALAD



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I got this recipe from a low carb website. My daughter and I like this version better than regular tuna salad.

Provided by LARavenscroft

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (6 ounce) can tuna in water, drained
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts (drained and chopped fine)
1/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise
3 green onions, chopped fine
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt (to taste) or 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients and mix well.
  • Serve on lettuce leaves or on bread, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 37.5, Sodium 439.8, Carbohydrate 29.1, Fiber 4, Sugar 6, Protein 23.2

SEARED TUNA SALAD WITH ASIAN VINAIGRETTE



Seared Tuna Salad with Asian Vinaigrette image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 lime, juiced
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1 teaspoon Chinese mustard
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1/2 cup canola oil
1 1/2 pounds Ahi tuna loin, cut in 4 strips
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons dark sesame oil
1/3 cup sesame seeds
1 bunch mizuna greens
1 bunch arugula greens
3 cups torn red leaf lettuce
3 cups torn green leaf lettuce
2 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup fried rice noodles
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1 navel orange, peeled and sectioned

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, soy sauce, lime, ginger, mustard and cilantro. Pour in the oil and continue to whisk until emulsified.
  • Season the tuna fillets with salt and pepper; lightly coat with oil. Put sesame seeds on a plate. Coat top and bottom of each fillet with seeds. Heat a large, dry skillet over high heat. Add fillets; cook about 3 minutes. Turn; cook until desired doneness, about 3 to 4 minutes for rare. Slice the tuna into 1-inch thick strips.
  • Mix the greens together and spread out on a platter. Add the green onions, rice noodles almonds, and orange segments. Lay the tuna strips on top then drizzle with the vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

MANDARIN TUNA SALAD



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Elizabeth Kennedy of Dover, Delaware gives tuna salad a twist by adding crisp apple pieces and tangy mandarin oranges. "Every summer I get requests from my husband and daughters to make this dish," she notes. "There's never any left over."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (8 ounces) elbow macaroni
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 can (9 ounces) water-packed tuna, drained
1 cup chopped apple
1 cup diced celery
1 cup Miracle Whip
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Prepare macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl; add the oranges, tuna, apple and celery. In a small bowl, combine the Miracle Whip, lemon juice and salt; fold into macaroni mixture. Sprinkle with paprika. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 453mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASIAN SESAME SALAD WITH SEARED TUNA



Asian Sesame Salad with Seared Tuna image

Learn how to make a great salad with seared tuna recipe! The key to this Asian Sesame Salad with Seared Tuna recipe is the toasted sesame dressing.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Vegetable Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tuna steaks (1/2 lb.)
2 tsp. olive oil
1/2 tsp. cracked black pepper
2 cups loosely packed baby spinach leaves
1 cup each shredded green and red cabbage
1 large carrot, shredded
2 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup KRAFT Asian Toasted Sesame Dressing
1/4 cup PLANTERS COCKTAIL Peanuts

Steps:

  • Heat grill to medium heat.
  • Brush both sides of fish steaks evenly with oil; season with pepper.
  • Grill 3 to 4 min. on each side or until medium-rare doneness. Remove from grill; cover to keep warm.
  • Combine all remaining ingredients except nuts; place on platter. Slice the fish; place on salad. Sprinkle with nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 540 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 37 g

ASIAN CANNED TUNA SALAD



Asian Canned Tuna Salad image

A simple tuna salad with Asian ingredients that tastes great on top of bok choy leaves or in a sandwich.

Provided by Abraham Ray

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (12 ounce) can tuna, drained
1 cup shredded peeled daikon radish
⅓ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup tahini
¼ cup soy sauce, or to taste
¼ teaspoon wasabi paste
½ teaspoon sesame seeds, or to taste
3 bok choy leaves

Steps:

  • Combine tuna, daikon, mayonnaise, tahini, soy sauce, wasabi, and sesame seeds in a bowl; mix well. Serve on top of bok choy leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Cholesterol 42.9 mg, Fat 31.3 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 34.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 1462 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality tuna: Opt for sustainably-sourced tuna packed in water or oil. Solid or chunk light tuna works well.
  • Drain and flake the tuna thoroughly: This prevents the salad from becoming watery.
  • Choose crisp vegetables: Fresh celery, red onion, and cucumber add crunch and flavor.
  • Use a variety of textures: Crunchy nuts, such as almonds or walnuts, add a nice contrast to the soft tuna and vegetables.
  • Add moisture: Mayonnaise is a classic binder, but you can also use Greek yogurt or avocado for a healthier option.
  • Season to taste: Salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice bring out the flavors of the salad.
  • Chill the salad before serving: This allows the flavors to meld and makes the salad more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Oriental tuna salad is a versatile and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed as a sandwich, wrap, or salad. With its combination of protein, healthy fats, and fresh vegetables, it's a nutritious and satisfying meal. Experiment with different variations to find your favorite combination of ingredients. Whether you prefer a classic mayonnaise-based dressing or a lighter Greek yogurt or avocado-based one, this salad is sure to become a staple in your recipe collection.

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