Best 7 Scarletts Tuna Salad Recipes

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SCARLETT'S TUNA SALAD



Scarlett's Tuna Salad image

For when it's too hot to cook, there's the chef Scarlett Lindeman's tuna salad - the same one she serves at her Mexico City restaurant, Cicatriz. Made with high-quality, oil-packed tuna, the salad is fresh, juicy, bright and summery, composed with cucumbers, avocado, pickled onion and lots of herbs. Don't be afraid to season the cucumbers generously with salt at the start, and to season more as you build the layers of the salad. The dish is so simple that seasoning it well is key.

Provided by Tejal Rao

Categories     easy, weeknight, salads and dressings, main course

Time 1h15m

Yield Serves 4 as a side or 2 as dinner

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup rice-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 red onion, peeled, halved and thinly sliced
3 Persian cucumbers, peeled if skin is thick and waxy, sliced about 1/4-inch thick
2 spring onions, thinly sliced
2 limes, juiced, about 1/4 cup
5 to 7 ounces olive-oil-packed tuna
1 avocado, peeled and cubed
1/2 teaspoon or more finishing salt, such as Maldon
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Handful basil leaves, washed and torn
Handful cilantro sprigs, washed and torn
Handful fresh mint leaves, washed and torn
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • In a clean glass jar with a tightfitting lid, mix vinegar, sugar and 1 teaspoon kosher salt with 1/2 cup hot water. Shake until sugar is dissolved. Bring a pot of water to the boil, and add the onions. Let it sit for just a few seconds in the hot water, then drain well and transfer onions to the jar with the vinegar. The pickled onions will be ready to use in an hour, or can be made ahead and kept in the fridge for up to a week.
  • In a large mixing bowl, dress the cucumber and spring onions with the remaining kosher salt and lime juice. It should be fairly wet. Pour into a deep serving plate or a wide bowl, along with any extra liquid at the bottom of the bowl.
  • Spoon tuna out of the oil, and use your hands to break it into bite-size pieces, directly into the now-empty mixing bowl. Add avocado, 3 tablespoons of pickled red onion and 1 tablespoon of pickling liquid from the jar, and mix gently with your hands to dress. Scatter over the cucumber mixture, and season with finishing salt and black pepper. Cover with torn herbs, and generously drizzle everything with olive oil. Eat right away, with spoons.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 311, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 660 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams

CHOPPED SALAD WITH TUNA



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The secret to making a great chopped salad is to cut the ingredients into chunks that are all the same size and to include contrasting textures. Instead of using tuna, try leftover cooked chicken.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
Salt and pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
1 head romaine lettuce (about 1 pound), chopped into 1-inch pieces
1 can (15 1/2 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 can (6 ounces) tuna in oil, drained and flaked
1/2 cup black olives (about 20), such as Kalamata, Gaeta, or Nicoise, pitted and slivered
1/2 red onion, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
2 cups fresh curly parsley, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Place vinegar in a large salad bowl. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Slowly add the oil in a steady stream, whisking to emulsify.
  • Add the remaining ingredients to the bowl, and toss well to combine.

ZESTY TUNA SALAD



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This takes boring canned tuna and adds a little zing to it. Dill pickle relish works great, too.

Provided by Sandi

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained
1 teaspoon mayonnaise
1 teaspoon sweet pickle relish
1 teaspoon Dijon-style prepared mustard
1 stalk celery, chopped
¼ cup chopped onion
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Mash tuna in a small bowl with a fork. Add mayonnaise, pickle relish, mustard, celery, onion, and black pepper; stir to combine. Chill and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Cholesterol 19.8 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 144.8 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

DROP DEAD DELICIOUS TUNA SALAD



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This is the BEST tuna salad ever! The last recipe you'll try. This has been in my family for generations, now it can be in yours!

Provided by Rachel Lewis

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained
1 lemon, juiced
2 cups mayonnaise
4 stalks celery, diced
½ cup sweet pickle relish

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the tuna, lemon juice, mayonnaise, celery and pickle relish. Mix together well and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 789.9 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 63.6 mg, Fat 70.9 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 27.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 775.1 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

TUNA PASTA SALAD



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This is one of those salads where I say, "The longer it sits, the better it gets." You'll often find this cool and creamy pasta salad at my family's get-togethers.

Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 8 to 12 servings (9 1/2 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 18

One 12-ounce package tri-color bow-tie pasta
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 stalk celery, cut into large chunks
1/2 red bell pepper
1/2 red onion
Three 5-ounce cans solid white tuna in water, drained
3 hard-cooked eggs, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon white vinegar
2 teaspoons Miss Brown's House Seasoning, recipe follows
1/2 cup sweet pickle relish
Chopped fresh curly parsley, for garnish (optional)
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta in boiling salted water according to the package directions. Drain and run under cold water to cool, then drain again. Transfer to a serving bowl.
  • While the pasta cooks, pulse the celery, bell pepper and red onion in a food processor until finely minced. Add to the serving bowl along with the tuna and eggs.
  • Stir together the mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, House Seasoning and relish in a small bowl. Pour over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
  • Stir together the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Store in an airtight container.

CARLA'S HEALTHY CARROT & TUNA SALAD



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This is something I've been making for years but never thought to post. Tuna salad complete with shredded carrots, red onion, crunchy celery, sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan cheese - enough to satisfy the even the healthiest of appetites. It is great for salads and sandwiches - I like it especially for dinner topped on a large bed of salad greens to make a filling - high protein meal.

Provided by - Carla -

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water
2 large carrots, shredded
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
1 small red onion, finely minced
10 sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
1/3 cup parmesan cheese
1/2 cup low-fat mayonnaise
salt & freshly ground black pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • Drain tuna.
  • Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl - feel free to add more or less mayonnaise to suit your tastes.
  • Use to top salads to make a healthy lunch or dinner, or between your favorite sliced bread for a hearty, healthy sandwich.

TUNA SALAD



Tuna Salad image

Delicious on its own, this tuna salad recipe also makes a memorable Two Bite Tuna Melt.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Yield Makes 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 six-ounce can water-packed tuna, drained
2 tablespoons Homemade Mayonnaise, or prepared
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons finely minced celery
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine tuna, mayonnaise, mustard, celery, lemon juice, zest, and salt and pepper to taste. Using a fork, mix well until thoroughly combined. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 1 day.

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