Best 7 Tart And Crunchy Fresh Tuna Salad Recipes

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Are you looking for a delightful and refreshing dish to tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than our exclusive guide to creating the perfect tart and crunchy fresh tuna salad! Whether you're a seasoned chef or a cooking novice, this article will provide you with all the necessary knowledge and inspiration to craft a tuna salad that combines the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we uncover the secrets behind this classic dish, transforming it into a vibrant and unforgettable experience.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

FRESH TUNA SALAD SANDWICH



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 (3/4 inch) thick Fresh albacore tuna steaks (about 10 to 12 ounces)
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons sweet relish
1 sweet onion, finely diced
2 celery ribs, finely diced
Bunch dill, snipped
Bunch chives, chopped
Salt and pepper
Potato bread hamburger rolls
Bottled sweet pickles
Potato chips

Steps:

  • Poach tuna in salted water for 3 to 4 minutes until cooked through. Flake and pull apart. Combine with mayonnaise, mustard, relish, onion and celery, herbs, salt and pepper. Spoon on rolls. Top with some sliced sweet pickles and potato chips.

CRUNCHY TUNA SALAD RECIPE



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Get the best of both worlds, crunchy and creamy, with our Crunchy Tuna Salad Recipe. Serve this tuna salad recipe over lettuce for a great lunchbox idea.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings, about 2/3 cup each.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (5 oz.) chunk light tuna in water, drained, flaked
1 small stalk celery, finely chopped
1 CLAUSSEN Kosher Dill Pickle Half, finely chopped
2 Tbsp. finely chopped red onions
3 Tbsp. KRAFT Real Mayo Mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Mix ingredients until well blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 590 mg, Carbohydrate 2 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0.6768 g, Protein 17 g

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

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.

FRESH TUNA SALAD



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There is no comparison between canned and fresh tuna salad. The taste of fresh is just so good! This salad can be used as stuffing for tomatoes, avocados, for sandwiches or as an appetizer with crackers. It's very easy to make, too. I don't like my tuna salad to have a lot of mayonnaise so you may want to add more, to taste. You may also want to play around with the spices, sometimes instead of Old Bay I'll use chopped jalapenos or add chopped fresh herbs like dill and chives. *To note, one reviewer questioned the amount of time I suggest boiling the fish and here's my answer to that: "This recipe is not for a Rare Tuna salad, it's more of a tuna salad for sandwiches, more like the diner tuna salad they make out of tinned tuna, only much better. If you are in search of a recipe for seared tuna to use in Salad Nicoise, this is not it".

Provided by Penny Stettinius

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 lb fresh tuna steak
2 tablespoons crab boil (liquid)
2 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning (more or less, to taste)
3 celery ribs, diced
1/2 vidalia onion, diced
1/3 cup mayonnaise (Hellman's)

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with about 1 quart of water and add the liquid crab boil.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Add the tuna and boil, on medium, for about 15 minutes, or until the tuna starts breaking apart easily.
  • Remove from the heat, drain, and place the tuna in a large bowl.
  • With a fork and small paring knife break apart, or shred the tuna, however you prefer it. We like a combination of shreds and little chunks.
  • Then toss in the celery and onion.
  • Mix the mayonnaise and the Old Bay and stir into the tuna.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings. Sometimes I will add salt, pepper, hot sauce -- you decide how spicy you want it.
  • You can serve it at room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.4, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 24.9, Sodium 131.2, Carbohydrate 4.6, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 1.6, Protein 13.6

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

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

CREAMY AND CRUNCHY TUNA SALAD SUPREME



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This tuna salad is made special with the addition of cream cheese and chopped raw carrots. Red peppers make it pretty and one or two other vegetables, fruits or nuts keep it changing and interesting. I developed this recipe after I tasted cream cheese in a salmon salad sandwich at a funeral lunch in Canada many years ago. Add baby spinach or lettuce leaves, and serve on your favorite bread or as a wrap in a tortilla.

Provided by Joan Newman

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 ounces cream cheese, softened, or as needed
2 (5 ounce) cans solid white tuna packed in water, drained and flaked
½ carrot, finely chopped
¼ cup diced red bell pepper
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Stir mayonnaise and cream cheese together in a bowl until smooth. Add tuna, carrot, and red pepper; season with pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.2 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Cholesterol 37.1 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 119.3 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

FRESH TUNA SALAD



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Provided by Sheila Lukins

Categories     Salad     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Lunch     Tuna     Spring     Summer     Pan-Fry     Parade     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 fresh tuna steaks (about 8 ounces each)
1/2 cup finely diced celery
1/2 cup finely diced unpeeled Granny Smith apple
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons finely slivered fresh basil leaves
4 good inner radicchio leaves, for serving cups
Toasted peasant bread

Steps:

  • 1. Heat the oil in a large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the tuna on the first side for 5 minutes, until lightly browned. Turn with a spatula and sear for 3 minutes longer or until cooked to your preference. Let the tuna rest for 5 minutes.
  • 2. Flake the tuna into 1x1/2-inch pieces and remove to a large bowl. Toss gently with the celery, apple, and scallions. Season with salt.
  • 3. Fold mayonnaise and basil into the tuna. Serve in radicchio cups with toasted peasant bread.

Tips

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, sushi-grade tuna. If you can't find sushi-grade tuna, you can use frozen tuna that has been thawed in the refrigerator overnight.
  • Flake the tuna with a fork instead of chopping it with a knife. This will help to keep the tuna moist and prevent it from becoming tough.
  • Use a variety of crunchy vegetables in your salad, such as celery, onion, and cucumber. This will add texture and flavor to the dish.
  • Add some fresh herbs, such as dill, parsley, or chives, to your salad. This will brighten up the flavor and make the salad more refreshing.
  • Use a light, flavorful dressing, such as a vinaigrette or a lemon-herb dressing. This will help to enhance the flavor of the tuna and vegetables without overpowering them.

Conclusion

Fresh tuna salad is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. With its simple ingredients and customizable flavor profile, tuna salad is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are looking for a light and refreshing meal or a hearty and satisfying one, tuna salad is a great option. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give fresh tuna salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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