Best 6 Tuna Olive Mousse Recipes

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Tuna olive mousse is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or snack. It is made with a combination of canned tuna, olives, mayonnaise, and cream cheese, and can be flavored with a variety of herbs and spices. Tuna olive mousse is a quick and easy dish to make, and it can be prepared in advance, making it a great option for busy weeknights or entertaining guests.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

TUNA MOUSSE: SPUMA DI TONNO



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Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (7 ounces or 200 grams) imported olive oil-packed tuna, drained
1 tablespoon, plus 1 teaspoon unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 tablespoon heavy cream
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Sea salt, preferably gray salt, and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Put the tuna in a food processor and pulse to break up the fish. With the machine running, add the butter, cream, balsamic vinegar, and soy sauce and blend until smooth. Then stop the machine and scrape down the sides of the processor bowl. Add the lemon juice and pulse again. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper and blend again. Check the seasoning.
  • Serve at room temperature, or cover and refrigerate for up to 4 days. If refrigerated, return the spuma to room temperature before serving.

COCONUT TUNA TARTARE WITH AVOCADO MOUSSE



Coconut Tuna Tartare with Avocado Mousse image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound sushi grade tuna, cut into 1/4-inch dice
5 tablespoons grated coconut, toasted
1 teaspoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar
4 tablespoons toasted almond slivers, chopped
4 tablespoons currants
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
2 ripe avocados
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium stainless mixing bowl combine the diced tuna, coconut, soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of the lime juice, rice wine vinegar, almonds, currants, vegetable oil, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. Toss well and season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Peel and halve the avocados and remove the pits. Give them a rough chop and place them in a small stainless mixing bowl. Add the remaining lime juice, cayenne, cumin, paprika, and olive oil. Mash the seasoned avocado with a sturdy whisk until creamy in texture and season with salt and pepper.
  • To serve: Divide the avocado mixture equally into the bottom of 8 martini glasses. Separate the tuna into eight equal portions and spoon on top of the avocado.

TUNA MOUSSE



Tuna Mousse image

Make and share this Tuna Mousse recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Caryn Gale

Categories     Spreads

Time 10m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can tuna in water, drained
1 can tuna in vegetable oil, drained
1/2 can tomato paste
1/4 cup mayonnaise
salt
white pepper
1 package unflavored gelatin
1 cup boiling water

Steps:

  • Flake tuna well and add mayo, tomato paste, and salt and pepper.
  • Best if you mix in the food processor.
  • Mix gelatin and boiling water.
  • Add to tuna mixture, mixing well.
  • Place in pretty bowl or fits perfectly in Tupperware mini jello mold.
  • Refrigerate overnight.
  • Turn out of mold onto bed of lettuce.
  • Goes great with crackers or bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 51.9, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 8.8, Sodium 174.2, Carbohydrate 3, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 1.4, Protein 4.5

TUNA AND SALMON PATCHWORK WITH A GAZPACHO MOUSSE



Tuna And Salmon Patchwork With A Gazpacho Mousse image

Provided by Craig Claiborne And Pierre Franey

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup virgin olive oil
4 very small, hot, dried red chili peppers
8 ounces well-trimmed, fresh, skinless, boneless raw salmon
6 ounces well-trimmed, fresh, skinless, boneless raw tuna
2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lime juice
4 teaspoons sour cream
1 teaspoon caviar, preferably beluga or sevruga, although red salmon caviar may be used
4 individual molds of gazpacho mousse (see recipe)
1/4 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar, preferably champagne vinegar
Salt to taste, if desired
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon peeled, seeded, finely chopped cucumber
1 tablespoon seeded, deveined, finely chopped sweet red pepper
1 tablespoon finely chopped scallion
8 unblemished salad leaves, preferably arugula

Steps:

  • Combine the oil and chilies and let stand at least 24 hours.
  • When ready to prepare this dish, place four round cookie-cutter molds, each about one-and-one-half inches in diameter and one-and-one-half inches in height, on a flat surface with the sharp edges up.
  • Cut enough of the salmon into small cubes to make four tablespoons. Cut enough of the tuna into small cubes to make four tablespoons. Place the cubes in a small bowl and add the lime juice, sour cream and salt and pepper to taste. Blend well and set aside.
  • Cut the remaining salmon on the bias into very thin slices. Arrange one slice at a time over the upper edges of one mold covering the inside bottom of the mold and slightly overlapping at the top. Let the slices hang over the edges. Use only enough slices to line the mold. Line the other three.
  • Spoon one-quarter teaspoon of the caviar inside each of the salmon-lined molds. Spoon equal portions of the cubed fish mixture on top of the caviar. Fold over the overhanging bits of the salmon slices to enclose the filling and cover the top of each mold neatly. Unmold each serving on large, white dinner plates.
  • Cut the remaining salmon and tuna into very thin slices. Arrange equal portions of the tuna and salmon slices, edges slightly overlapping, in a neat pattern in the center of the plate.
  • Unmold one portion of gazpacho mousse onto each plate, opposite the filled salmon molds.
  • Put the mustard and vinegar in a small mixing bowl and start beating with a wire whisk. Remove the hot chilies from the oil and beat the oil into the sauce. Add salt, pepper, cucumber, sweet red pepper and scallion. Blend well. Spoon equal portions of the sauce over the salmon and tuna slices. Garnish each serving with salad leaves.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 393, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 34 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 1280 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ITALIAN TUNA MOUSSE RECIPE - (4/5)



Italian Tuna Mousse Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by á-114869

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup baby spinach
2 T parsley
1 t dried oregano
1 lime - juiced
1/2 of a medium haas avocado
1 can tuna (packed in olive oil) - or drained of water + 1T olive oil

Steps:

  • - place spinach, parsley, oregano, lime juice, avocado, oil from tuna & 1/4 of the tuna in a food processor and blend til smooth - place remaining tuna in a bowl and flake apart - add avocado mixture and stir til well combined - serve with veggies (carrots, celery, cucumber) and plantain chips

TUNA OLIVE MOUSSE



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Different than other similar mousses, this was my friend Liz's recipe that she shared with me shortly before she passed away. It's got a tangy zest that is refreshing and delicious!

Provided by Linky

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 ounce unflavored gelatin (one envelope in US)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
14 ounces canned tuna, drained and flaked
3 tablespoons tarragon vinegar
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream, light
1/2 cup green olives, coarsely chopped
pimento stuffed olive, whole
crisp salad green
tomatoes, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Sprinkle gelatin over lemon juice and 1/4 cup cold water in a small bowl.
  • Let stand 5 minutes to soften.
  • Set bowl in pan of boiling water and stir to dissolve gelatin.
  • Combine tuna with gelatin, vinegar, mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped olives.
  • Mix very well and turn into a 4 or 4 1/2cup mold.
  • Refrigerate overnight.
  • Unmold on salad greens and garnish with whole olives and tomato wedges.

Tips:

  • Selecting the Best Tuna: Opt for high-quality canned tuna packed in olive oil or water. Look for tuna labeled "dolphin-safe" or "sustainably caught" to ensure responsible fishing practices.
  • Draining and Flaking Tuna: Drain the tuna thoroughly to remove excess liquid. Flake the tuna using a fork for a smooth and even texture.
  • Choosing the Right Olives: Select flavorful olives such as Kalamata, Castelvetrano, or Niçoise. Pit and chop the olives before adding them to the mousse.
  • Fresh Herbs and Seasonings: Incorporate fresh herbs like parsley, chives, or dill for added flavor. Season the mousse with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice to taste.
  • Creamy Texture: To achieve a creamy and smooth mousse, use high-quality cream cheese or crème fraîche. Soften the cream cheese to room temperature before mixing it with the other ingredients.
  • Chilling and Serving: Chill the tuna olive mousse for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and the mousse to set properly. Serve with crackers, crostini, or vegetables for a delightful appetizer or snack.

Conclusion:

Tuna olive mousse is a versatile and delicious appetizer or snack that combines the richness of tuna, the briny flavor of olives, and the creaminess of cheese. With its simple yet elegant presentation, it's perfect for various occasions, from casual gatherings to special events. Experiment with different types of olives, herbs, and seasonings to create unique flavor variations that suit your taste. Whether you enjoy it as a dip, spread, or simply on its own, tuna olive mousse is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

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