JULIAN'S FESTIVE TUNA SALAD

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This is my friend Julian's recipe for Tuna Salad. It is a spicier and heartier alternative to the mundane, mayonnaise-saturated Tuna Salad that most have grown accustomed to.

Provided by Molly_Kristyn

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 (5 ounce) cans tuna, packed in olive oil
1 red onion, diced
1 orange bell pepper, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 (4 ounce) can green chile peppers, chopped
¼ cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons ground cumin
salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon spicy salsa verde to taste

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine tuna, red onion, orange bell pepper, red bell pepper, black beans, canned chile peppers; mix in mayonnaise if desired. Season with cumin and salt and pepper; mix in cilantro, and salsa verde if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Cholesterol 14.2 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 662.9 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

Larsa Mohammed
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This salad was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it without the grapes.


Nayon Mojumder
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This festive tuna salad is a great recipe. It's easy to make and the results are delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Doctor Charles chaz
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great make-ahead dish and it's perfect for potlucks or picnics. I always get rave reviews when I bring it to a party.


Zaid Al-zyoud
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5 stars! This salad was delicious. I made it for a picnic and it was a hit. Everyone loved it.


Ritaz Jotter
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This was a really good salad! I made it for my family and they all loved it. The flavors were well-balanced and the salad was very creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


IMP COMEDY
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! I used canned tuna, but I'm sure it would be even better with fresh tuna. I also added a little bit of celery for extra crunch.


Paul Kindlon
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This festive tuna salad is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, picnics, and even holiday parties. It's always a hit.


M Ajaz
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was delicious! I used fresh tuna and all the other ingredients as specified in the recipe. The salad was creamy and flavorful, and the grapes and almonds added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I will defi


Eliza Shiks
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This salad was a nice change from the usual tuna salad recipes. It was light and flavorful. I would definitely make it again.


Joseph Grimwoo Grimwood
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I'm not usually a fan of tuna salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of tuna and the other ingredients was just perfect. I especially loved the addition of the dill and the lemon juice. It gave the salad a really bright and refreshin


Mbalenhle Lekhuleni
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This festive tuna salad was a big hit at my holiday party! I loved the unique combination of flavors and textures. The sweetness of the grapes and the crunchiness of the almonds were a great complement to the tuna. I'll definitely be making this agai