Best 8 Tuna Salad With Fresh Herbs Recipes

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Craving a light and refreshing meal that's packed with flavor? Look no further than tuna salad with fresh herbs! This classic dish combines the delicate taste of tuna with the vibrant flavors of herbs, creating a delightful and nutritious meal that's perfect for lunch, dinner, or a quick snack. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of making the perfect tuna salad with fresh herbs, ensuring a culinary experience that will leave you wanting more.

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HERBED TUNA SALAD



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"Cooking for two is such a challenge for us, since my husband and I do not care for leftovers," says Rebecca Schweizer of Chesapeake, Virginia. "This well-seasoned salad, with its distinctive dill flavor, is my favorite lunch recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 can (6 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons dill weed
1/8 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Pinch cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise
1 tablespoon reduced-fat sour cream
3 cups Boston lettuce leaves
6 grape tomatoes, sliced
Optional: sliced cucumber and fresh dill

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Combine the mayonnaise and sour cream; stir into the tuna mixture. , Divide the salad greens between two plates. Top with tuna mixture and tomatoes and if desired, cucumbers and dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 452mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FRESH HERB TUNA SALAD



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This is adapted from the tuna salad at Noah's Bagels. The dill and green onion add a fresh herby flavor, the celery adds a satisfying crunch and the minimal amount of mayo makes this much more like a salad than the tuna goo normally presented as "tuna salad." It's quite good in a sandwich (or bagel!) as well - it helps to use your hand or an ice cream scoop to compress the salad onto the bread.

Provided by op_tic_nerve

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 7m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 ounces canned albacore tuna in water
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
4 sprigs dill, chopped
3 ounces mayonnaise
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine ingredients in a bowl and serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.9, Fat 2.7, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 37.5, Sodium 353.8, Carbohydrate 1.2, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.5, Protein 21.4

TUNA SALAD WITH HERB TOAST



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil and/or chives
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 thick slices crusty bread
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 head romaine lettuce, shredded
1 English cucumber, chopped
1 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
2 stalks celery, chopped
3 tablespoons chopped pickles or cornichons
2 5-ounce cans solid white tuna in water, drained

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler. Whisk the mayonnaise, herbs and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a large bowl. Spread 1/2 tablespoon of the herbed mayonnaise on each slice of bread; transfer to a baking sheet. Broil until the bread is lightly toasted, about 2 minutes.
  • Whisk the vinegar into the remaining herbed mayonnaise. Add the lettuce, cucumber, chickpeas, tomatoes, celery, pickles and tuna and toss to combine; season with salt and pepper. Divide among plates and serve with the toast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 494 calorie, Fat 21 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 37 milligrams, Sodium 983 milligrams, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 29 grams

TUNA SALAD WITH FRESH HERBS



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A simple, light, summer lunch. Tuna enhanced by the first, fresh herbs from the garden. My 7yo has been helping me in the garden this year and he was thrilled to be taught how to pick the dill.

Provided by 3KillerBs

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water, well-drained
3 stalks celery
6 sprigs fresh dill (about 3-4 inches each)
6 sprigs fresh parsley (about 3-4 inches each)
2 tablespoons sweet onions, minced
1/4 cup lemon juice
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Chop the celery and the herbs.
  • Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl.
  • Serve as wraps, sandwiches, or with crackers. I suggest using multi-grain bread and lettuce.
  • If you like creamier tuna salad feel free to double the mayo.

BEST EVER TUNA SALAD



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Creamy, delicious tuna salad with a surprise ingredient!

Provided by Kristy

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 eggs
2 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained
1 (6 ounce) can crabmeat, shredded
½ cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon sour cream
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
½ teaspoon dried dill weed
⅛ teaspoon lemon pepper
2 tablespoons dill pickle relish
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
¾ cup finely chopped onion

Steps:

  • Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, peel and chop finely.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine tuna, crabmeat, mayonnaise, sour cream and mustard. Stir in chopped egg, dill weed, lemon pepper, dill and sweet relish and chopped onion. Mix thoroughly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.4 calories, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Cholesterol 80.1 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 260.1 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

PAN SEARED TUNA WITH CITRUS-HERB VINAIGRETTE



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A more modern version of Salade Nicoise with an Asian influence that can be eaten as an entree. Salmon, halibut, or snapper also go well in this dish.

Provided by Ryan Nomura

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 25

½ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 (6 ounce) fillets ahi (yellowfin) tuna steaks, sushi-grade if possible
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 ½ teaspoons fresh lime juice
1 ½ teaspoons soy sauce
1 shallot, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 ½ teaspoons fresh thyme
1 ½ teaspoons chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ jalapeno or serrano chili pepper, seeded and chopped
1 ½ teaspoons minced ginger
¾ cup olive oil
Kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste
48 haricots verts (thin, French green beans), trimmed
16 baby carrots, greens trimmed to 1/4-inch
16 grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
16 Nicoise, Gaeta, or Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup chervil sprigs

Steps:

  • Stir together 1/2 cup olive oil, 1 tablespoon parsley, and red pepper flakes. Toss tuna with marinade, and set aside to marinate for 30 minutes.
  • Pour vinegar, orange juice, lemon juice, lime juice, and soy sauce into the bowl of a blender. Add shallot, 1 tablespoon parsley, thyme, dill, honey, Dijon mustard, jalapeno, and ginger. Blend on high until smooth, then add 3/4 cups olive oil in a slow, steady stream with the blender running. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Fill another large container with half ice, half cold water, and set aside. Add the haricots verts to the boiling water, and cook until just tender, 35 to 40 seconds. Remove from the water, and immediately plunge into the ice water to cool. Next, blanch the carrots until just tender, about 1 1/2 minutes; chill in ice water until cold.
  • When the vegetables are cold, remove from the ice water and pat dry. Place into a large bowl, and toss with the halved tomatoes, olives, onion, and chervil; set aside.
  • Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet over high heat until very hot. Remove tuna steaks from marinade, and wipe off excess marinade. Season the tuna to taste with salt and pepper, then sear in hot skillet to desired doneness, about 1 minute per side for rare.
  • To assemble, toss the vegetable salad with enough dressing to lightly coat. Divide the salad among 4 plates, and place a seared tuna steak on top of each. Drizzle with additional dressing to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 695.6 calories, Carbohydrate 21.7 g, Cholesterol 76.7 mg, Fat 49.4 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 42.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 635 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

HERBED TUNA SANDWICHES



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A delightful combination of herbs and reduced-fat cheese makes this simple tuna sandwich a standout. -Marie Connor, Virginia Beach, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (12 ounces) light tuna in water, drained and flaked
2 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup minced chives
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
8 slices whole wheat bread, toasted
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler. Combine the first 7 ingredients. Place 4 slices of toast on an ungreased baking sheet; top with tuna mixture and sprinkle with cheese., Broil 3-4 in. from the heat until cheese is melted, 1-2 minutes. Top with remaining toast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 141mg cholesterol, Sodium 718mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED TUNA WITH HERBS AND OLIVES



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Here, grilled tuna is smothered with a mixture of flavorful herbs, made more potent by the addition of chopped olives and a little raw garlic. A mix of parsley, basil, chives, chervil and marjoram, for example, would be splendid, as would one of cilantro, mint and basil. (I would rule out only thyme, tarragon and rosemary, unless you use them in minuscule quantities.) If you don't have a grill, many readers have baked it at 425 and been happy with the results.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, quick, main course

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 to 2 pounds tuna, about 1 inch thick, 2 or 4 steaks
Extra-virgin olive oil as needed
Salt and pepper
1/4 cup pitted oil-cured olives, finely chopped
About 1 cup mixed tender fresh herbs
1 teaspoon minced garlic, optional
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Start a charcoal or gas grill; fire should be medium-high and rack about 4 inches from heat source.
  • When fire is ready, rub tuna lightly with olive oil, then sprinkle it with salt and pepper. Put it on grill and grill about 3 to 4 minutes a side for medium-rare, more or less according to your desired degree of doneness.
  • Meanwhile, combine olives, herbs, garlic if you are using it and just enough oil to moisten and bind the mixture, no more than a tablespoon.
  • When tuna is done, spread a portion of herb mixture on 1 side of each steak and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 495, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 35 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 40 grams, SaturatedFat 14 grams, Sodium 526 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 2 grams

Tips:

  • For the best results, use high-quality tuna. Look for tuna that is packed in water or olive oil, and avoid tuna that is packed in brine.
  • Flake the tuna with a fork before adding it to the salad. This will help to ensure that the tuna is evenly distributed throughout the salad.
  • Use a variety of fresh herbs in your salad. Some good options include basil, chives, dill, mint, and parsley.
  • Add other vegetables to your salad for extra flavor and nutrition. Some good options include celery, cucumber, onion, and tomato.
  • Season your salad to taste with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
  • Serve your salad immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Tuna salad with fresh herbs is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover tuna. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this salad is sure to become a favorite.

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