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deli tuna salad recipe
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
This creamy deli tuna salad recipe features a vibrant orange-red color and rich texture, elevating a simple meal. It is perfect for busy families, students, and anyone seeking a wholesome, quick bite.
Ingredients
- 280 g canned tuna, oil-packed or water-packed, thoroughly drained
- 50 g (0.25 cup) celery, finely diced
- 30 g (2 tablespoons) red onion, finely diced
- 30 g (2 tablespoons) dill pickles, finely diced (or capers)
- 120 ml (0.5 cup) mayonnaise (or half Greek yogurt)
- 100 g (0.5 cup) roasted red pepper, from a jar, drained
- 5 g (1 teaspoon) smoked paprika
- 3 g (1 small clove) garlic, minced
- 15 ml (1 tablespoon) fresh lemon juice
- 2 g (0.5 teaspoon) sea salt, or to taste
- 0.5 g (0.25 teaspoon) freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
- 15 g (1 tablespoon) roasted red pepper, finely diced, for garnish
- 5 g (1 tablespoon) fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Drain Tuna: Thoroughly drain the canned tuna, pressing out any excess liquid. Flake the tuna into a medium mixing bowl using a fork, breaking apart any large chunks.
- Prep Veggies: Add the finely diced celery, red onion, and dill pickles to the bowl with the flaked tuna.
- Prepare Smoky Roasted Red Pepper Dressing: In a small food processor or blender, combine the drained roasted red pepper, mayonnaise, smoked paprika, minced garlic, and fresh lemon juice. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Season the dressing with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Combine and Season: Pour the prepared smoky roasted red pepper dressing over the tuna and vegetable mixture. Gently fold all ingredients together until uniformly coated. (If the salad looks too dry, gently fold in an extra tablespoon of mayonnaise or a splash of the tuna(s) oil).
- Chill (Optional): Cover the bowl and refrigerate the tuna salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to fully meld.
- Serve & Garnish: Spoon the chilled tuna salad into bowls. Sprinkle the reserved finely diced roasted red pepper and fresh parsley over the top for a fresh, vibrant contrast.
Notes
Ensure tuna is very well-drained to avoid a soupy result. If the salad seems bland, add a pinch more salt or a dash more lemon juice. For a lighter option, use half Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No-Cook, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 180 g)
- Calories: 290 calories
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 630 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: deli tuna salad, creamy, quick lunch, family-friendly, high-protein, smoky, red pepper, easy recipe, meal prep
