Best 5 Tarragon Tuna Salad Recipes

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Tarragon tuna salad is a delectable dish that combines the robust flavors of tarragon, tuna, and other ingredients to create a refreshing and satisfying meal. It is a versatile dish that can be served as a sandwich filling, a salad, or a dip, and can be customized to suit individual tastes. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner, crafting the perfect tarragon tuna salad is an achievable goal with the right guidance and some kitchen creativity.

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

TARRAGON TUNA SALAD



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It's surprising how a few herbs can brighten up tuna salad. Made with reduced-fat mayonnaise, this version gets its zip from mustard. It makes a terrific light lunch or Sunday brunch dish. -Billie Moss, Walnut Creek, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cans (6 ounces each) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
1 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped sweet onion
1/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon or 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
Lettuce leaves, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the tuna, celery and onion. Combine the mayonnaise, parsley, lemon juice, tarragon, mustard and pepper. Stir into tuna mixture. If desired, serve on lettuce leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 373mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TUNA SALAD WITH GRAPES AND LEMON TARRAGON DRESSING



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 1/2 cup dressing

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1½ teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
1½ teaspoons lemon juice
1½ teaspoons tarragon vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon leaves, crushed
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cans (6 oz. each) solid white tuna (drained)
1 cup red California seedless grapes, halved
1/3 cup toasted walnuts, chopped
1/3 diced celery
2½ tablespoons diced yellow onion
1 each hard boiled egg, peeled and chopped (optional)
1/3 cup Lemon Tarragon Dressing (see below)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, gently break up, but do not mash the drained tuna. Add the grapes, walnuts, diced celery, onion and chopped egg. Stir to mix. Add dressing and combine until evenly moistened. Keep chilled in a covered container until ready to serve. Makes 4 servings. (Yield: 3 cups of Tuna Salad.) To make Lemon Tarragon Dressing: Combine all ingredients in a large bowl, then gently combine with tuna mixture.

TARRAGON TUNA SALAD



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This is a tuna sandwich you would expect from a high-end sandwich shop. It is light, fresh and full of flavor. You must try this!

Provided by MARIA BUJAK

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

⅓ cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
1 teaspoon minced lemon zest
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
1 (12 ounce) can solid white tuna packed in water, drained and flaked
8 (1 ounce) slices white or whole wheat bread
8 thin slices red tomato
4 (1 ounce) slices provolone cheese

Steps:

  • Whisk together mayonnaise, parsley, chives, tarragon, lemon zest, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and pepper in a bowl until well combined. Gently stir in the flaked tuna, cover, and refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.
  • Spread tuna evenly over four of the bread slices. Top with tomatoes, and cheese if using, then top with remaining bread slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 485.3 calories, Carbohydrate 31.1 g, Cholesterol 51.7 mg, Fat 24.7 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 33.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 814.5 mg, Sugar 3 g

TANGY TARRAGON TUNA SALAD



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I find this tastes better the next day after the flavors have set in. It's good with a fresh baguette or pita bread.

Provided by One Little Deer

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 (6 ounce) cans solid white tuna, in water
2 hard-boiled eggs (1 per can)
1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
1/4 cup celery, chopped fine
1/4 cup dill pickles, chopped fine or 1/2 tablespoon capers
1/4 red onion, chopped fine
3 tablespoons plain yogurt
1 tablespoon sour cream or 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1/4 lemon, juice of, fresh
1 teaspoon dill
1/2 teaspoon tarragon
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Boil eggs until cooked all the way through, 5 minutes or so.
  • Drain water from tuna. Add to mixing bowl. Chop all ingredients to smaller than bite size. Mix with yogurt, sour cream (or mayonnaise), lemon juice and dill. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • *I generally make this recipe by sight, so you may want to add the ingredients slowly until you feel it looks even.

TARRAGON TUNA SALAD WRAPS



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"These warm flour tortillas rolled around a cool and creamy, tuna-vegetable mixture make super sandwiches year-round," Josephine Devereaux Piro confirms from Easton, Pennsylvania.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
4-1/2 teaspoons capers, drained
4-1/2 teaspoons lime juice
2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon
1 teaspoon salt-free lemon-pepper seasoning
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 can (12 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained
2 tablespoons fat-free milk
3 cups shredded lettuce
3/4 cup coleslaw mix
3/4 cup chopped green onions
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
4 flour tortillas (8 inches), room temperature

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, capers, lime juice, tarragon, lemon-pepper and cayenne. Place tuna in a small bowl; stir in 3 tablespoons mayonnaise mixture. Stir milk into the remaining mayonnaise mixture. Add the lettuce, coleslaw mix, onions and tomato; toss to coat. , Spoon tuna mixture down the center of each tortilla. Top with lettuce mixture; roll up tightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 888mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use high-quality tuna: Opt for solid white tuna or albacore tuna packed in water or oil. Avoid tuna packed in brine, as it can make the salad too salty.
  • Choose the right mayonnaise: Use a mayonnaise that you enjoy the taste of. For a lighter salad, use a low-fat or fat-free mayonnaise. For a richer salad, use a full-fat mayonnaise.
  • Add your favorite ingredients: Feel free to add other ingredients to your tarragon tuna salad, such as chopped celery, chopped onion, chopped hard-boiled eggs, or diced pickles.
  • Season to taste: Be sure to season your tarragon tuna salad to taste with salt and pepper. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dash of hot sauce for extra flavor.
  • Chill before serving: Tarragon tuna salad is best served chilled. This allows the flavors to meld together and the salad to firm up.

    Conclusion:

    Tarragon tuna salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a sandwich, salad, or dip. It's also a great way to use up leftover tuna. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a tarragon tuna salad that your family and friends will love.

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