Best 7 Caterers Tuna Salad Recipes

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Caterer's tuna salad is an American classic, often served at potlucks, picnics, and other gatherings. It's a versatile dish that can be served as a sandwich filling, on a salad, or as a dip with crackers. This recipe collection features three delicious variations on the classic caterer's tuna salad:

* The first recipe is a traditional caterer's tuna salad, made with tuna, mayonnaise, celery, onion, and hard-boiled eggs. This classic recipe is always a crowd-pleaser.

* The second recipe is a lighter version of the traditional caterer's tuna salad. It uses Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise, and it's packed with fresh vegetables, including celery, cucumber, and red onion. This recipe is perfect for those who are looking for a healthier option.

* The third recipe is a spicy caterer's tuna salad. It uses a combination of mayonnaise and Sriracha sauce, and it's packed with jalapeños and pepperoncini peppers. This recipe is perfect for those who like their food with a little bit of a kick.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy this classic American dish. Caterer's tuna salad is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

TUNA EGG SALAD RECIPE



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An EASY tuna egg salad recipe! See how to make tuna salad with eggs in just 10 minutes. Plus, tuna and egg salad stores is healthy and perfect to make ahead.

Provided by Maya Krampf

Categories     Main Course     Salad

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup Mayonnaise
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp Fresh parsley
1/2 tsp Paprika
3 5-oz. can Tuna ((drained; I used a combination of chunk light and solid white albacore))
1/4 cup Celery ((finely chopped))
2 tbsp Pickles ((finely chopped))
2 tbsp White onion ((minced))
4 large Hard boiled eggs ((diced))
Sea salt ((to taste))
Black pepper ((to taste))

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, use a fork to whisk together the mayo, mustard, parsley, and paprika, until smooth.
  • Add the tuna, celery, pickles, and onions. Stir together, breaking apart any large pieces of tuna.
  • Fold in the diced eggs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 34 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 230 mg, Sodium 341 mg, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

THE BEST TUNA SALAD



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I never get tired of an excellent tuna salad recipe, and of the hundreds of versions I've made, this version is the best. Serve on toast, crackers, a bed of greens, or grilled as a very delicious tuna melt.

Provided by Meggan Hill

Categories     Salad

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 (5 ounce) cans tuna packed in water (drained (see note 1))
1 cup mayonnaise (or less to taste (see note 2))
1/3 cup celery (finely chopped (about 1 rib))
2 tablespoons red onion (minced, about 2 small slices)
2 tablespoon sweet pickle relish ((see note 3))
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 clove garlic (minced)
salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine tuna, mayonnaise, celery, onion, relish, lemon juice, and garlic.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper (I like 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper). Serve immediately or cover and chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345 kcal, ServingSize 0.5 cup, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 516 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g

GOURMET TUNA SALAD



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The combination of green olives, almonds and capers in addition to the usual ingredients in tuna salad makes this recipe exceptionally good.

Provided by Patricia Jones

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (12 ounce) can albacore tuna in water, drained and flaked
2 green onions, chopped
1 stalk celery, diced
¼ cup pimento-stuffed green olives, chopped
2 tablespoons capers, chopped
¼ cup blanched slivered almonds
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine tuna, green onions, celery, green olives, capers and almonds.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Blend together dressing and tuna mixture. Serve on bed of lettuce or with croissant as a tuna salad sandwich.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Cholesterol 52.1 mg, Fat 32.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 908 mg, Sugar 1 g

THE BEST TUNA SALAD



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While we love many kinds of tuna salad, this classic version tops them all. The crispy celery and red onion give add zest and crunch, while mayonnaise and touch of mustard marry it all together. The lemon juice is optional as it's not traditional, but we strongly recommend it to brighten up the flavors of the final dish.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Two 6-ounce cans white meat tuna packed in water, drained
2 tablespoons minced celery
2 tablespoons minced red onion, soaked in cold water for 5 minutes and drained
1 teaspoon minced flat-leaf parsley
1/3 cup prepared mayonnaise
1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
Freshly ground black pepper
Freshly squeezed lemon juice (optional)

Steps:

  • In a small mixing bowl break up the tuna with a fork. Toss with the celery, onion and parsley. Add the mayonnaise, mustard and season with pepper, to taste. Stir to combine. Add lemon juice, to taste, if using.

BARBIE'S TUNA SALAD



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This is a really great tuna salad recipe I got from a friend who used it in her catering service business many years ago. The secret ingredients are the curry and Parmesan cheese! Odd combinations but this makes a terrific tuna sandwich! She used it for an appetizer with gourmet crackers and people always wanted her recipe. I have never tasted another tuna salad quite like this one, and it has been my favorite recipe for tuna salad for many, many years.

Provided by TANAQUIL

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (7 ounce) can white tuna, drained and flaked
6 tablespoons mayonnaise or salad dressing
3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
⅛ teaspoon dried minced onion flakes
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
¼ teaspoon curry powder
1 pinch garlic powder

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, stir together the tuna, mayonnaise, relish, Parmesan cheese, and onion flakes. Season with parsley, dill, curry powder, and garlic powder. Mix well and serve with crackers or on a sandwich.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Cholesterol 23.7 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 13.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 254.6 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

CATERER'S TUNA SALAD



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Make and share this Caterer's Tuna Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by cook1000000

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (5 ounce) cans tuna fish, drained
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Miracle Whip
3 celery ribs, chopped
3 green onions, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 small fresh jalapeno, minced
1 dash celery salt
1 dash lemon pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients in bowl. Use for sandwiches or serve on lettuce.

TUNA WITH CAPERS, OLIVES AND LEMON



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This is not your mother's mayonnaise-laden tuna salad, but it's just as easy to prepare. Here's what you do: stir together some canned tuna, garlic, lemon juice, red onion, black olives, capers and fresh parsley, then spread it on buttered toast. Top it off with a round of ripe tomato or slivers of avocado and another slice of toast. That's it. If you want to make it into a dip, toss the mixture into a food processor with a few tablespoons of softened butter and a bit more olive oil. Purée until smooth and creamy and serve with carrots, fennel, bell pepper and seeded crackers. If you have a tin of sardines taunting you from inside your cabinet, we bet this recipe would work equally well with those.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     easy, lunch, quick, weekday, appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 4 sandwiches or 8 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 garlic clove, finely minced
Juice of half a lemon, plus more to taste
5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus 4 more tablespoons if serving as dip
20 ounces canned tuna, preferably packed in olive oil, drained
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped black olives
2 tablespoons capers
2 tablespoons minced parsley or basil
Salt to taste
Buttered toast, if serving as sandwiches
10 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, if serving as dip

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mash garlic with the back of a spoon. Whisk in the lemon juice and 5 tablespoons of olive oil. Combine with the tuna, onion, olives, capers, herbs and salt to taste.
  • Serve on buttered toast for sandwiches, or make into a dip: Pulse the tuna salad and butter in a food processor until it is creamy. With the motor of the processor running, slowly add the additional 4 tablespoons oil. Taste and add more salt or lemon juice if needed. Serve with cut vegetables (fennel and bell peppers are nice) and crackers.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 273, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 228 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • To avoid over-mixing the salad, use a gentle touch when combining the ingredients. Over-mixing can result in a mushy texture.
  • If you want a creamier tuna salad, add a small amount of mayonnaise or sour cream. Start with a small amount and add more to taste, as too much mayonnaise can make the salad heavy.
  • For a healthier version of tuna salad, use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise. Greek yogurt is high in protein and low in fat, making it a good choice for those watching their weight or cholesterol.
  • Add some chopped fresh herbs, such as dill, parsley, or chives, to the salad for extra flavor and freshness.
  • If you're using canned tuna, be sure to drain it well before adding it to the salad. This will help to prevent the salad from becoming too watery.
  • Serve tuna salad as a sandwich filling, on crackers, or as a dip with vegetables.

Conclusion:

Caterer's tuna salad is a classic dish for a reason. It's easy to make, delicious, and versatile. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect caterer's tuna salad that everyone will love. Whether you're serving it as a sandwich filling, on crackers, or as a dip, this salad is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy lunch or snack, give caterer's tuna salad a try. You won't be disappointed.

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