Best 9 Tuna Spread With Walnuts Recipes

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Discover a delightful and versatile dish that combines flavorsome tuna with crunchy walnuts – the Tuna Spread with Walnuts. This protein-packed spread is not just any ordinary tuna salad; it offers a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Join us on a culinary journey as we explore this versatile spread. Learn how to create the classic Tuna Spread with Walnuts, a timeless recipe that combines tuna, walnuts, celery, and mayonnaise into a creamy and satisfying spread. For a zesty twist, try the Tuna Spread with Lemon and Dill, where lemon zest and fresh dill add a refreshing touch. If you're looking for a lighter option, the Tuna Spread with Greek Yogurt is a delightful choice, balancing the richness of tuna with the tanginess of Greek yogurt.

And for those who love bold flavors, the Tuna Spread with Sriracha and Avocado brings a spicy kick with Sriracha and creamy avocado. Each recipe offers a unique taste experience, perfect for sandwiches, wraps, crackers, or as a dip with fresh vegetables. So, let's dive into the world of Tuna Spread with Walnuts and explore the culinary possibilities it holds.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

ITALIAN TUNA SPREAD



Italian Tuna Spread image

This is part of an antipasti spread. Serve with crostini, Melba toast, or crackers at room temperature. Store in refrigerator covered. To reuse, bring back to room temperature. Do not microwave to reheat. It will turn to goop. Best tuna fish sandwich you will ever have. Use iceberg lettuce, toasted bread, and thin slice of tomato. Yum!

Provided by JBrown

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Antipasto Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 (4.5 ounce) cans tuna packed in olive oil, drained
½ cup unsalted butter at room temperature
3 tablespoons capers, drained
1 tablespoon chopped Italian flat-leaf parsley
1 teaspoon lemon juice
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Blend tuna, butter, capers, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a food processor until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.4 calories, Carbohydrate 0.3 g, Cholesterol 44.9 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 121.4 mg

ALBACORE TUNA WITH CELERY AND WALNUTS



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Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Time 10m

Yield 12 crackers

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 ounces premium tuna, such as Ortiz, drained
2 tablespoons chopped capers
2 tablespoons very finely diced celery
2 tablespoons chopped toasted walnuts
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon finely minced nicoise olives
1 teaspoon finely minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
12 butter crackers, such as Ritz

Steps:

  • Combine the tuna, capers, celery, walnuts, olive oil, vinegar, olives, parsley and lemon juice in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper. Top the crackers with the tuna mixture and serve.
  • From Food Network Kitchen: This recipe has been updated and may differ from what was originally published or broadcasted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calorie, Fat 9 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 9 milligrams, Sodium 483 milligrams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 1 grams

TUNA BALL



Tuna Ball image

There's nothing fancy about the tuna ball, but it tastes great at parties and other get-togethers. Chopped pecans give this blend of tuna, cream cheese, and onion a light crunch. I love this appetizer with veggies, crackers ,and veggies.

Provided by Glenda Shane

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cold Cheese Dip Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained and flaked
¾ cup chopped pecans
¼ cup chopped onion

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, blend cream cheese, tuna, 1/2 of the pecans, and onion. Shape into a ball or loaf. Coat with remaining pecans. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 11.2 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 28.4 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

AVOCADO TUNA SALAD



Avocado Tuna Salad image

Great tuna avocado salad as a side dish or meal. Serve on toasted bread (gluten-free if needed), on top of greens, or enjoy it all by itself.

Provided by Dbanakis

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ripe avocado
2 (5 ounce) cans flaked light tuna
½ red apple, chopped
½ cup chopped red onion
½ cup chopped celery
¼ cup chopped toasted walnuts
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon pickle juice
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cut avocado in half, scoop out the flesh into a large bowl, and mash avocado with the back of a fork or potato masher. Add tuna, apple, onion, celery, toasted walnuts, mayonnaise, pickle juice, dill, Dijon mustard, cumin, salt, and pepper; mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.8 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 21.5 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 18.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 212 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

TUNA SALAD SANDWICH WITH APPLES AND WALNUTS



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This dish can be served as a sandwich filling or as a stand-alone salad accompanied by favorite lettuces and veggies. We use canned tuna packed in spring water because it's lighter than tuna packed in oil, and we make sure the apple is tart and crisp. Granny Smith apples are fine, but also Mutsu, Honeycrisp, or any good local crispy, tart apple will do. Add half the dressing at first and see if you need more-it's up to you how well coated you want the tuna and apples to be.

Yield serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup chopped walnuts
3/4 cup mayonnaise, homemade (page 284) or store-bought
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 crisp, tart apples, such as Granny Smith, Mutsu or Honeycrisp, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/8-inch cubes
3 small cans (about 18 ounces total) canned tuna in spring water, drained and separated into chunks
6 tablespoons finely diced red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
8 slices multi-grain bread

Steps:

  • Toast the walnuts in a small nonstick skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes, or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Alternatively, roast the walnuts in a preheated 300°F oven for 10 minutes, or until they smell toasted. Remove the walnuts to a plate and set aside to cool.
  • Whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, and cider vinegar in a small bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Combine the walnuts, apples, tuna, red onion, and parsley in a bowl. Toss with half the dressing. Add more dressing, if desired.
  • Spread the salad over 4 slices of bread. Top with the other 4 slices. Cut each sandwich in half, and serve.

TUNA SPREAD WITH WALNUTS



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A marvelous savory spread that can serve as a fast (and fashionable) first course when offered with plenty of crusty bread.

Provided by Lisa Yockelson

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield About three cups

Number Of Ingredients 12

10 oil-cured black olives, pitted
1 tablespoon tiny, nonpareil capers
5 anchovy fillets
3 cloves garlic, peeled
2 tablespoons Cognac
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh thyme (when fresh thyme is not available, use one teaspoon ground thyme)
9 1/2 ounces tuna, packed in olive oil
12 tablespoons unsalted sweet butter, softened, but still cool
Freshly ground white pepper to taste
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Extra walnut halves, or a few fresh leaves, or both, to decorate the top of the spread

Steps:

  • In the bowl of a food processor, fitted with its steel knife, place the olives, capers, anchovy fillets, garlic cloves, Cognac, lemon juice, and thyme; process until everything is finely chopped. Add all of the tuna, including the packing oil; process until the tuna is pureed.
  • Scrape down the sides of the processor; process for a few seconds. With the processor on, add the butter, two tablespoons at a time, allowing each quantity to be incorporated before the next batch is added.
  • Turn the tuna mixture into a mixing bowl. Season with white pepper. Fold in the chopped walnuts. Pour and scrape the spread into a three-cup terrine or other serving bowl. Level the top. Refrigerate the spread uncovered for 20 minutes to set the top. Cover with plastic wrap (but don't let the wrap touch the top of the spread) and keep refrigerated until needed, or up to five days.
  • For serving, decorate the top of the spread with walnut halves and a few pretty, fresh leaves. Serve cool but not cold.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 346, UnsaturatedFat 25 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 38 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 100 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

APPLE TUNA SANDWICHES



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My husband and his buddies love to pack this tasty lunch when they go on fishing trips. My tangy tuna sandwich recipe gets fun flavor from sweet pickle relish and lots of crunch from apples, celery and walnuts. Each satisfying sandwich is a complete meal in itself. -Ivy Eresmas, Dade City, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
1 teaspoon sugar
1 pouch (7.1 ounces) light water-packed tuna
1/2 cup chopped red apple
6 slices reduced-calorie bread, toasted
6 lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients; stir in tuna and apple. Spread 1/2 cup tuna mixture on three slices of bread. Top with lettuce and remaining bread.

Nutrition Facts :

SIMPLE TUNA SPREAD



Simple Tuna Spread image

Salsa is the surprising ingredient in this creamy tuna spread. It gives a unusual spark we enjoy. -Peggy Burdick, Burlington, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons salsa
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 can (6 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine cream cheese and salsa; stir in parsley and onion. Fold in tuna. Refrigerate until serving. Serve on bread, snack rye or crackers.

Nutrition Facts :

SOUTHERN APPLE TUNA SALAD



Southern Apple Tuna Salad image

I grew up eating a similar tuna salad, I have since adjusted it to be a little healthier than before. The apples make it fresh and delicious! Serve on bread of your choice with lettuce. Yum!

Provided by eutopiaofapril

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Tuna Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon mayonnaise, or more if needed
1 small apple - peeled, cored, and chopped
¼ small onion, minced
1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
½ teaspoon dill weed
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Stir the tuna, olive oil, mayonnaise, apple, onion, relish, and dill together in a bowl until evenly mixed. Season with salt and pepper. You can serve immediately, though is tastes much better after being refrigerated overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148.3 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Cholesterol 20.2 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 121 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

Tips:

  • Use canned tuna in brine. This will give your tuna spread a more flavorful and moist texture. Alternatively, grill, boil or bake your tuna to make tuna salad as topping.
  • Don't over-mix the ingredients. Over-mixing will make the tuna spread dry and dense. The texture of the tuna spread should be light and fluffy. You just mix it until everything is combined.
  • Use high-quality mayonnaise. The mayonnaise is one of the main ingredients in tuna spread. A good quality mayonnaise will make a big difference in the overall flavor of the spread.
  • Add some chopped celery or onion for extra crunch. This will give your tuna spread a more interesting texture and flavor.
  • Season the tuna spread to taste. Salt, pepper, and lemon juice are all good options for seasoning tuna spread. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a bit of heat.
  • Serve the tuna spread on crackers, bread, or vegetables. Tuna spread is a versatile dish that can be served in a variety of ways. Try serving it on crackers or bread for a quick and easy snack, or use it as a sandwich spread.

Conclusion:

Tuna spread with walnuts is a healthy and delicious snack or meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a good source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and fiber. Tuna spread is also a versatile dish that can be served in a variety of ways. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy snack or meal, give tuna spread with walnuts a try!

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