Best 6 Lemon Dilled Tuna Salad Recipes

Indulge in a culinary adventure with our delightful Lemon Dilled Tuna Salad, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Prepared with premium-quality tuna, tangy lemon, and aromatic dill, this salad is a refreshing and nutritious delight. Served on a bed of crisp greens or nestled between slices of hearty bread, it's a versatile dish perfect for quick lunches, picnics, or light dinners. Discover three irresistible variations to suit your preferences, including a classic mayonnaise-based salad, a lighter Greek yogurt version, and an adventurous avocado and arugula combination. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to deliver a unique flavor profile that will leave you craving more. Embark on this culinary journey and elevate your taste experience with our Lemon Dilled Tuna Salad extravaganza.

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LEMON-DILLED TUNA SALAD

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I love good tuna salad, so cool and refreshing! And tuna melts are good all year round! Hope you enjoy my simple recipe! Quick and easy! Photo by me

Provided by Kelly Williams

Categories Salads

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 (12 oz.) can solid white albacore tuna in water, well drained
1-2 tsp lemon juice concentrate, if you have fresh on hand by all means use that instead
1 tsp lemon zest, optional for if you have a lemon on hand
1/2 tsp dried dill
1/2 c heavy mayo, i always use hellmann's
1/8 tsp salt, or more to taste
1 Tbsp finely chopped celery
dash coarse ground pepper

Steps:

1. Drain tuna well. Mix ingredients in small bowl til nicely combined.
2. *Optional: 4-5 tomatoes, slice down through top but not all the way through into 6-8 wedges. Fan out wedges and fill with salad for stuffed tomatoes. Serve with a few crackers for scooping. 4-5 slices toasted bread, 4-5 slices tomatoes and 4-5 slices cheese for tuna melts. Bake in 375 oven for about 5 minutes or til cheese is melted. Cheeses that work well: american, velveeta, muenster, swiss, gouda, havarti, mozzarella, provolone and fontina.

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

Ingredients

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.

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

Ingredients

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

TUNA SALAD WITH FRESH DILL

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An easy to make tuna salad. Can be served inside of hollowed out tomatoes or papayas.

Provided by Jessica

Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 (5 ounce) can tuna
¼ cup diced celery
¼ cup chopped fresh dill weed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion
2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise
2 tablespoons plain low-fat yogurt
½ teaspoon prepared Dijon-style mustard

Steps:

In a small bowl, mash tuna with juices from can. Add celery, dill, parsley, chives, mayonnaise, yogurt, and mustard; mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40.5 calories, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Cholesterol 7.9 mg, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 78.3 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

LEMON-DILLED TUNA SALAD / MELTS

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I love good tuna salad, so cool and refreshing in the summer. And tuna melts are good all year round! This is a quick and easy recipe, but it's my favorite.

Provided by Wildflour

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 5 melts, 2-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 (12 ounce) can solid albacore tuna, drained WELL
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, concentrate ok
1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest, finely chopped, optional but add it if you can
1/4 teaspoon dried dill weed, a little more if desired
1/2 cup Hellmann's mayonnaise
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon finely chopped celery
1 dash fresh coarse ground black pepper
5 slices toast
5 slices tomatoes
5 slices American cheese, can sub swiss if preferred

Steps:

In small bowl, combine well the first 8 ingredients. Set aside.
Toast bread.
Top with tuna.
Top with tomato slices.
Top with cheese slices.
Place on cookie sheet and bake in 400ºF oven until cheese melts, about 3-5 minutes.
Serve warm.
Makes great regular sandwiches on bread, croissants or bagels; or stuffed summer tomatoes, too!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 866.4, Fat 39.6, SaturatedFat 11.2, Cholesterol 161.1, Sodium 2051.6, Carbohydrate 68.1, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 7, Protein 57.9

BARLEY AND TUNA SALAD WITH LEMON AND DILL

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Not sure where I found this but it was on my computer and still looks good to me. With summer coming salad entrees that require little or no cooking work especially well. Cook some barley one night for dinner and reserve some to make this the next day. Though this is good after a couple of hours, it's even better the next day as the dill flavor really infuses the dish and the tuna flavor mellows. (Please don't eat this right away, not very tasty.) For WW followers, this is Core or 3 points for Flexers. Cooking time is minimum chilling time.

Provided by justcallmetoni

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 2h20m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 cups cooked barley
2/3 cup celery, medium diced
1/3 cup plum tomato, seeded and diced
2/3 cup cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped
1/3-1/2 cup red onion, chopped
8 3/8 ounces tuna in water, drained (2 regular sized cans)
4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh dill, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4-1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Combine salad ingredients together in a large bowl.
Whisk together dressing ingredients in small bowl. Pour on salad and toss to coat.
Refrigerate a minimum of 2 hours (stated cooking time) to blend flavors.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.5, Fat 4.6, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 20.9, Sodium 318.4, Carbohydrate 21, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 1.7, Protein 13.7

Tips:

Use high-quality canned tuna: Opt for tuna packed in olive oil or water for a healthier and more flavorful salad.
Choose fresh herbs: Fresh dill and parsley add a vibrant flavor to the salad. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but reduce the quantity by half.
Use a variety of vegetables: The recipe calls for celery and red onion, but you can add other vegetables like diced carrots, cucumber, or bell pepper.
Use a good mayonnaise: A high-quality mayonnaise will make the salad creamier and more delicious. If you're watching your calories, you can use Greek yogurt or sour cream instead of mayonnaise.
Season to taste: Always taste the salad before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more lemon juice, salt, or pepper to suit your taste.

Conclusion:

This lemon-dilled tuna salad is a quick and easy recipe that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's a great way to use up leftover tuna. Whether you're a fan of tuna salad or just looking for a new and delicious recipe, this lemon-dilled tuna salad is sure to please.