Best 4 Gourmet Tuna Salad Recipes

Tuna salad is a classic dish that can be enjoyed as a sandwich, salad, or dip. It's a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients, but the key ingredients are tuna, mayonnaise, and celery. This article provides three gourmet tuna salad recipes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. The first recipe is a classic tuna salad with a twist. It uses red onion, capers, and fresh dill to add a bit of extra flavor. The second recipe is a Mediterranean-inspired tuna salad that uses feta cheese, Kalamata olives, and lemon zest to create a flavorful and tangy dish. The third recipe is a spicy tuna salad that uses Sriracha sauce, jalapeños, and cilantro to add a kick of heat. All three recipes are easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. So, whether you're looking for a classic tuna salad or something with a bit more flair, you're sure to find a recipe in this article that you'll love.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

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

Ingredients

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.

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

Ingredients

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

MARTHA'S FAVORITE TUNA SALAD SANDWICH

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This recipe for Martha's Favorite Tuna Salad Sandwich makes a healthy meal for lunch or dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes

Yield Makes 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

12 ounces good-quality tuna, packed in oil, drained
2 stalks celery, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
1 apple, such as McIntosh or Gala, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
3 tablespoons light mayonnaise, preferably Ojai Cook's Lemonaise Light
2 tablespoons freshly chopped basil leaves
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
8 slices best-quality sourdough

Steps:

In a medium bowl, combine tuna, celery, apple, mayonnaise, basil, and lemon juice; mix well. Season with salt and pepper.
On a work surface, divide tuna salad among 4 slices bread; top with remaining 4 slices bread. Serve.

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

Ingredients

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:

Always start with high-quality tuna. Look for tuna that is labeled "solid white albacore" or "skipjack." Avoid tuna that is labeled "tuna salad" or "tuna flakes," as these are often made with lower-quality tuna.
Flake the tuna yourself. This will give you a better texture than if you use pre-flaked tuna.
Use a variety of ingredients to add flavor and texture to your tuna salad. Some good options include celery, onion, red pepper, cucumber, avocado, and hard-boiled eggs.
Use a light hand with the mayonnaise. You want just enough to bind the ingredients together, not to overpower them.
Season the tuna salad to taste with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
Serve the tuna salad immediately or chill it for later. Tuna salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Tuna salad is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you serve it on a sandwich, in a wrap, or on a bed of lettuce, it's sure to be a hit. With so many different variations to choose from, there's a tuna salad recipe out there for everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give tuna salad a try. You won't be disappointed.