Best 15 Spicy Tuna Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a taste of culinary delight with our versatile and tantalizing Spicy Tuna Salad. This dish offers an explosion of flavors, combining the delicate taste of tuna with a piquant blend of spices. Whether you prefer a classic tuna salad or a spicy twist, this article presents a diverse collection of recipes that cater to your palate's desires. From the traditional combination of mayonnaise and celery to the zesty kick of Sriracha and jalapeños, these recipes explore a range of textures and flavors. Discover the perfect Spicy Tuna Salad recipe that suits your taste buds and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.

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SPICY SEARED AHI TUNA SALAD WITH SESAME GINGER DRESSING



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Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Fry     Low Carb     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Grill/Barbecue

Yield 2 people

Number Of Ingredients 21

8 ounce wild caught fresh Ahi tuna steak (I used Hawaiian Bigeye, ask your fishmonger for tuna that is suitable to eat raw)
1 Tablespoon black sesame seeds
1 Tablespoon sesame seeds
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
Kosher salt
1 teaspoon canola oil
Salad:
4 cups organic mixed greens (I used a blend of spring greens and baby spinach)
2-3 Tablespoons shelled edamame (optional)
3 Tablespoons diced red bell pepper (optional)
fresh lime (optional)
Dressing/Dipping Sauce (makes 1/2 cup):
1/4 cup plus 1 Tablespoon O Ginger Rice Vinegar (O Yuzu Rice Vinegar would work well, too)
1/4 cup toasted sesame oil
1 1/2 Tablespoons tahini paste (I used Artisana Organic Tahini that I found at Whole Foods, but any tahini paste will work)
1 Tablespoon honey
1 large clove garlic, finely minced
1 teaspoon finely minced fresh ginger (less than a one inch knob)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Sesame Ginger Dressing
Whisk all the dressing/dipping sauce ingredients together until emulsified and well blended.

Steps:

  • Using your hands, coat both sides of the tuna with the sesame seed mixture. Pat and press to be sure it's well coated. Heat non-stick skillet to high and add canola oil to coat bottom of pan. Skillet should be extremely hot, then place sesame-coated tuna in pan and allow to sear for 45 seconds then flip and sear another 45 seconds. Pulling it all together: Mix ingredients for salad (mixed greens, edamame, bell pepper) together and toss with a small amount of dressing. Arrange on plates and top with the sliced tuna. Serve with extra dressing on the side to dip your tuna in.

SWEET AND SPICY TUNA SALAD



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This is a fresh alternative to the tired tuna salad. A unique, yet pleasant mixture of flavors. Also, you can adjust ingredient amounts for a personalized taste. I like it sweet with a bite. You can also use 1 slice of jack or favorite kind of white cheese to melt on top. Use for a sandwich, with wheat or grain crackers for a snack or a twist for hors d'oeuvres at your cocktail party.

Provided by AmericanInZurich

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (5 ounce) can water-packed tuna, drained
½ cup mayonnaise (such as Hellman's®)
½ cup sweet pickle relish (such as Heinz®)
⅛ teaspoon chile-garlic sauce (such as Sriracha®)

Steps:

  • Stir the tuna, mayonnaise, relish, and chile-garlic sauce together in a bowl; serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.6 g, Cholesterol 19.9 mg, Fat 22.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 427.4 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

SPICY SESAME TUNA SALAD



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Provided by Damaris Phillips

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup toasted sesame oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon chili-garlic paste
1 tablespoon toasted black sesame seeds
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Four 5-ounce cans tuna in water (no salt added), drained
1/2 bunch green onion, greens sliced
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Combine the mayonnaise, sesame oil, lime juice, chili garlic paste, black sesame seeds and red pepper flakes in a large bowl. Fold in the tuna and green onions and season with salt. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

SWEET AND SPICY TUNA SALAD SANDWICH!



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What a different way to enjoy tuna! The chipolte mayo added a really nice kick to it.

Provided by Karina Alcala

Categories     Sandwiches

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 can(s) tuna in water drained
1 celery stick diced
1/4 onion diced
3 Tbsp sweet pickled relish
2 Tbsp fat free mayo
CHIPOTLE MAYO
1 c fat free mayo
1 lime juiced
2 chipotle peppers in a can
1/4 tsp salt
2 Tbsp olive oil
TOPPINGS
1 pineapple peeled and sliced
lettuce any kind you like or can find.
bread toasted

Steps:

  • 1. Drain your tuna pretty well. Add mayo and mix. Add chopped onions, relish and celery. Peel your pineapple (it has to be fresh. You can use can but it just wont taste the same). Cut the pineapple into rings and take the core out.
  • 2. In a blender add mayo, lemon juice, chipotle peppers, salt and olive oil blend until well combined. Start toasting your bread (you can use any bread you like).
  • 3. To assemble sandwiches all you do is slather bread with the spicy mayo onto both pieces. Add as much tuna as you like. I like to make mine fat. Add a ring of pineapple on top with some lettuce and top with the other piece of bread. Cut the sandwich in half or quarters what ever you like. These are great party foods or finger foods.

FRESH SPINACH SALAD WITH SPICY TUNA



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Make and share this Fresh Spinach Salad With Spicy Tuna recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Larawithoutau

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 4m

Yield 1 bowl, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (5 ounce) can light chunk tuna in water, drained
1/2 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 tablespoon hot pepper relish
2 teaspoons monterey jack pepper cheese, shredded
2 cups baby spinach leaves, washed & torn
1/2 tablespoon red onion, diced
1 slice crisp bacon, crumbled

Steps:

  • Drain tuna. Combine mayonnaise & pepper relish, stir into tuna. Place spinach & diced onion in the bowl and top with tuna, shredded cheese & crumbled bacon.

SPICY TUNA AND HUMMUS SALAD



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Hummus replaces mayo in this recipe for a flavorful twist on a favorite sandwich food. Makes 4 generous-sized portions. Pack them individually for a quick and nutritious lunch. Serve with a handful of spinach and a slice of tomato on light whole wheat bread.

Provided by spiritedcharm

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ (8 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained
4 (5 ounce) cans water-packed tuna, well drained
4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
½ cup roasted garlic hummus
1 bunch green onions, chopped
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
2 tablespoons capers
4 teaspoons seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)

Steps:

  • Drain roasted red peppers and pat dry. Puree in a food processor until finely chopped.
  • Transfer roasted red peppers to a bowl. Add tuna, hard-boiled eggs, hummus, green onions, celery, Sriracha sauce, capers, and seafood seasoning. Mix together. Divide into individual 1-cup portions and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342.6 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Cholesterol 270.8 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 43.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 1813.9 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

MY LIGHT AND SPICY TUNA SALAD



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Spicy Tuna salad You're only using 1 tablespoon on mayo for the WHOLE thing! The rest of this salad is packed with veggie and spicy stuff that will improve your circulation (good for you) Don't eat that deli crap any more! Make your own and go very, very easy on the mayo - remember whatever you put in your mouth will end up sticking to the inside of your arteries!

Provided by SugarHATER

Categories     Vegetable

Time 2m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (5 ounce) cans of light tuna in water i use bumble bee chunk light tuna (never in oil, blech!)
1 tablespoon chipotle mayonnaise ("Goya Chipotles in Adobe Sauce")
2 tablespoons salsa (add more or less or skip according to taste)
1 teaspoon chili powder (add more or less accoriding to your taste)
1 teaspoon cumin (add more or less according to your taste)
1 pickle (chopped up, dill or kosher, never use sweet pickles in this)
5 -7 slices jalapeno peppers (pickled or fresh)
1 tablespoon pickled jalepeno pepper juice (from the jars of pickled jalepenos. Yes, that's right, the juice from the jar!)
1 stalk celery, chopped
1/4 teaspoon white pepper (optional)
1/4 cup peas and carrots (optional, I'm just trying to up the nurtrion content and lower the fat)

Steps:

  • Mix everything but the bread together.
  • Spread on Eziekel sprouted bread and eat.
  • or add this on top of a baby spinach salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76, Fat 1.4, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 14.8, Sodium 396.9, Carbohydrate 3, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1, Protein 12.7

ASIAN SPICY TUNA SALAD



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This tuna salad is one of a kind, simple yet super addictive. Fresh ginger and green chile pepper pair up for this taste explosion!

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (5 ounce) can solid white tuna packed in water, drained
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger root
½ teaspoon diced green chile pepper
3 tablespoons finely chopped onion
¼ teaspoon curry powder
¼ cup mayonnaise
½ teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • With a fork, flake tuna into a small bowl. Mix in ginger, pepper, chopped onion, curry powder, mayonnaise, and lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.8 calories, Carbohydrate 1.9 g, Cholesterol 19.6 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 125.7 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

SPICY MEXICAN TUNA SALAD



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Spice up your tuna fish with this easy modified recipe that one of my student's families made for me - authentic Mexican! Serve with tortilla chips.

Provided by AMYB9

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained
1 cup frozen peas, thawed and drained
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, or more to taste - chopped
1 tablespoon mayonnaise, or to taste
¼ teaspoon dried minced onion, or to taste
1 pinch garlic salt, or to taste
1 pinch ground black pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Mix tuna, peas, chipotle peppers, mayonnaise, dried minced onion, garlic salt, and black pepper in a bowl until thoroughly combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47.4 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 5.4 mg, Fat 1.6 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 95.9 mg, Sugar 1 g

SPICY TUNA SALAD!



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Make and share this Spicy Tuna Salad! recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Abe ray

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 12m

Yield 4 sandwiches, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (24 ounce) can tuna
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1/3 cup chopped & seeded jalapeno pepper
1/2 cup roasted garlic salad dressing
1/3 teaspoon onion powder
1/3 cup onion
3 tablespoons capers
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup horseradish
1/8 teaspoon sugar
1 (8 ounce) can tomato paste
8 slices bread, your choice (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and mix well.
  • Use mixture to coat slices of your choice of bread and make into sandwiches and enjoy or chill until time to serve!

SPICY ASIAN TUNA SALAD



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Do yourself a favor and try this fabulous variation on traditional tuna salad. It's good for everyday use on top of a salad with an asian vinagrette and can also be served with crackers at a dinner party. If you like a little crunch in your tuna salad feel free to substitute red onion for the green onion or add some chopped up celery. I created this recipe on a whim for use in my sushi rolls and have it posted under "Spicy Tuna Salad Sushi Roll" with a lot of detailed instructions on how to prepare the rolls.

Provided by OwlMonkey

Categories     Spreads

Time 2m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (6 ounce) cans albacore tuna
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon chili paste (sriracha is the same thing)
2 teaspoons chili oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ginger powder (if using fresh ginger use 1/4 tsp)
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
4 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Drain your tuna well and mix all of the tuna salad ingredients together. Everyone's different in how spicy they like their food, so you may want to taste it and add a little more spice to make it to your liking. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Serve with crackers for a delicious appetizer or on a tuna salad; you may even want to try it as a twist on the regular tuna salad sandwich. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.3, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 20.4, Sodium 230.9, Carbohydrate 3.1, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.8, Protein 10.3

SPICY TUNA SALAD PITAS WITH CILANTRO



Spicy Tuna Salad Pitas With Cilantro image

Tuna salad with a little bite! Makes a nice change when you want something different for lunch or a quick dinner. Had these with my mom before tackling the shopping crowds this past weekend...we wound up going on a cookbook binge! Serves 1 but can easlily be doubled or adapted to make more servings.

Provided by JamesDeansGirl

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (6 ounce) can light chunk tuna in water, drained
3 -5 tablespoons mayonnaise (depending on how creamy you like it)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 -2 teaspoon fresh lime juice
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 whole wheat pita bread, cut in half
mesclun, for assembling

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the tuna, mayonnaise, cilantro,cumin, cayenne, and lime juice; season with salt and pepper.
  • Cover and chill at least 2 hours, to let the flavors blend.
  • Fill the pita halves with lettuce leaves, then the tuna salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 546.8, Fat 18.1, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 62.6, Sodium 1233.8, Carbohydrate 46.9, Fiber 5, Sugar 3.5, Protein 50.5

SPICY ASIAN TUNA SALAD



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Salad     Fish     Appetizer     No-Cook     Cocktail Party     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Lunch     Spring     Summer     Healthy     Potluck

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 14

Yellowfin Tuna Steaks 1 lb, or good quality jarred tuna at least 12 oz, drained well
Sambal Olek, 2 Tbs
Sesame oil, 1 Tb
Kraft Olive Oil Mayonnaise, 4 Tbs
Soy Sauce, 1/2 Tbs
Kosher Salt, 1/2 Tbs
Black Sesame Seeds, 1/2 Tbs
Crushed Red Pepper, 1 tsp or to taste
Honey, 1/2 Tbs
Dried Cranberries, 1/4 Cup
Green Onion, 2 stalks, chopped
Carrots, 1/4 Cup, grated
Ginger, 1 tsp, grated
Cilantro, 2 Tbs

Steps:

  • Cook and flake tuna, set aside to cool, alternately, drain jarred tuna well. In medium bowl, combine remaining ingredients and add tuna. Cover and refrigerate overnight to develop full flavor. Use within 4 days.

SPICY TUNA MANGO PASTA SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Pasta     Side     Boil

Yield 30 side dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Mangos (2 large), ripe but still firm
Tuna packed in water (1 large can) or about 1 pound fresh cooked, chilled, and shredded
Small shell pasta (1 pound box)
Low Fat Mayonaise (1 quart)
Green Curry Paste (2 to 4 tablespoons)
Fresh ground black pepper (dash) for color
Grated Parmesan cheese (1 pound) OPTIONAL
Plain Breadcrumbs (4 cups) OPTIONAL

Steps:

  • - Prepare the pasta according to normal directions, drain, cool, and pour into a large mixing bowl. Set aside. - In a smaller mixing bowl, add the Green Curry Paste and pepper to the mayonaise and mix until thoroughly blended. Start with 2 tablespoons and add to your taste. Remember that the tuna, pasta, and mango will offset the bite, so you want it a little spicier than you think it should be. - Add the mayonnaise to the pasta and mix thoroughly. Use a rubber spatula to clean the bowl well. - Cook, cool, and shred the tuna (if preparing fresh) or drain the canned tuna well and shred with a fork. Put the shredded tuna into the small mixing bowl. - Peel and chop the mango into quarter inch dice. You want the mango pieces to be about the same size as the cooked pasta shells. Add the mango to the tuna and mix well. - Add the tuna mango mixture to the pasta, using a wooden spoon or your hands to blend well. - Plate the prepared salad and chill for serving. Add thin slices of mango to the top for garnish if desired. - OPTION Split the salad into casserole dishes lined with breadcrumbs or crumbled saltines, and heat it in a 300F oven topped with shredded parmesan cheese until melted. Do not overheat as the sauce is mayonnaise based and may get oily but the breadcrumbs can only absorb so much liquid.

SPICY TUNA OR SALMON SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Soup/Stew     Fish     Fry     Sauté     Dinner     Lunch     Salad Dressing

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound very fresh tuna or salmon steak, cut 1-inch thick
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for brushing
1 limes, zest grated
1 teaspoon wasabi powder
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice (3 limes)
1 teaspoons soy sauce
5 dashes hot sauce (recommended: Tabasco)
1/2 avocado
1/4 cup minced green onions, white and green parts(2 green onions)
1/8 cup red onion, small diced
salt and pepper to flavor

Steps:

  • Brush the fish with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place the fish in a very hot saute pan and cook for only 1 minute on each side. Set aside on a platter. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the olive oil, salt, pepper, lime zest, wasabi, lime juice, soy sauce and hot sauce. Add the avocados to the vinaigrette. Cut the fish in chunks and place it in a large bowl. Add the green onions and red onion and mix well. Pour the vinaigrette mixture over the fish and carefully mix.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your tuna salad.
  • Don't overcook the tuna. Tuna is a delicate fish, so it's important to cook it just until it's opaque in the center. Overcooked tuna will be dry and tough.
  • Flake the tuna with a fork. This will help to create a light and fluffy tuna salad.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor, texture, and nutrients to your tuna salad. Some good options include celery, red onion, cucumber, and avocado.
  • Add some herbs and spices. This will help to brighten up the flavor of your tuna salad. Some good options include dill, parsley, chives, lemon zest, and black pepper.
  • Use a good quality mayonnaise. This is the base of your tuna salad, so it's important to use a mayonnaise that you like the taste of. You can also use Greek yogurt or sour cream as a healthier alternative.
  • Chill the tuna salad before serving. This will help to firm it up and make it more flavorful.

Conclusion:

Spicy tuna salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It's perfect for sandwiches, wraps, salads, and even as a dip. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily make a delicious spicy tuna salad that your family and friends will love.

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