Best 3 Dill Veggie Tuna Salad Recipes

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With summer in full swing, it's time to fire up the grill and enjoy some delicious, refreshing meals. One of my favorite summer dishes is dill veggie tuna salad. It's light, flavorful, and perfect for a picnic or potluck. This recipe features a blend of tuna, chopped vegetables, mayonnaise, and a tangy dill dressing. The vegetables add a nice crunch and sweetness to the salad, while the dill gives it a bright, herbaceous flavor. If you're looking for a quick and easy lunch or dinner option, this salad is perfect. Simply mix all of the ingredients together and serve on a bed of lettuce. You can also add some crackers or chips for a more complete meal. In addition to the classic dill veggie tuna salad recipe, this article also includes several variations. For example, you can use grilled tuna instead of canned tuna, or add some chopped hard-boiled eggs or avocado. You can also make a vegan version of the salad by using chickpeas or tofu instead of tuna. No matter how you choose to make it, dill veggie tuna salad is a delicious and healthy dish that's perfect for summer.

Let's cook with our recipes!

LEMON DILL TUNA SALAD



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Make a refreshing lemon dill tuna salad without mayo!

Provided by Madeline

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cans no salt added albacore tuna (5oz each)
3 stalks of celery
2 tbsp fresh dill
Zest from 1 lemon
3 tbsp lemon juice
3oz feta cheese (I prefer the block feta in brine)
1 tsp fresh cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Open and drain tuna cans. Chop celery into small pieces. Add lemon juice, feta cheese, lemon zest and black pepper to a mixing bowl. Mix until they are evenly combined.
  • Add tuna, celery and fresh dill to the bowl. Toss to combine again. Serve with black pepper on lettuce, bread or with crackers or cucumbers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365 calories, Sugar 3.7 g, Sodium 559.6 mg, Fat 14.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 48.2 g, Cholesterol 110.1 mg

DILLED TUNA SALAD



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This is my favorite lunch recipe. I love the taste of it with kosher dill pickle slices on the side. -Rebecca Schweizer, Chesapeake, Virginia.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon sour cream
2 to 4 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons dill weed
1/8 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon ground thyme
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash cayenne pepper
1 can (6 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
2 tablespoons chopped red onion
2 cups fresh baby spinach
5 slices tomato, halved

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the first eight ingredients. Stir in tuna and onion. Serve over spinach. Garnish with tomato slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 677mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

TUNA PASTA SALAD WITH DILL



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Great tuna pasta salad with dill, perfect for summer parties and potlucks.

Provided by TexasMomof2

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package small uncooked seashell pasta
1 ½ cups mayonnaise
½ cup milk
2 tablespoons pickle juice
2 teaspoons dried dill weed
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 (5 ounce) cans tuna packed in water, drained
½ cup chopped onion

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, milk, pickle juice, dill, salt, and pepper. Mix in tuna and onion. Toss with cooked pasta. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.6 calories, Carbohydrate 30.9 g, Cholesterol 17.6 mg, Fat 23.1 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 11.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 366.2 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

Tips:

  • For a creamier tuna salad, use mayonnaise instead of Greek yogurt.
  • If you don't have fresh dill, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried dill.
  • Add some chopped celery or red onion for a crunchy texture.
  • For a more flavorful tuna salad, use flavored tuna, such as lemon pepper or garlic herb.
  • Serve tuna salad on a bed of lettuce, or use it as a sandwich filling.

Conclusion:

This dill veggie tuna salad is a healthy and delicious lunch or dinner option. It's packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and it's easy to make. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this tuna salad a try.

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