Spicy Tuna Salad
A vibrant and spicy tuna salad packed with fresh vegetables, cheese, and bold flavors, perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner for those who enjoy a bit of heat.
Ingredients
- buttermilk ⓘ
- tomato ⓘ
- del monte
- egg ⓘ
- chili powder ⓘ
- white sweet vidalia onion
- parkay margarine
- cider vinegar ⓘ
- tuna ⓘ
- peppered cheese
- ground meat ⓘ
- potato ⓘ
- kidney beans ⓘ
- head lettuce
- sour cream ⓘ
- lemon juice ⓘ
- green onion ⓘ
- cheddar cheese ⓘ
- tortilla chips ⓘ
- onion ⓘ
- ketchup ⓘ
- hot sauce ⓘ
- salt ⓘ
- black pepper ⓘ
- mayonnaise ⓘ
- vegetable oil ⓘ
- relish ⓘ
Instructions
- Fry potatoes in a deep fryer until golden and crispy.
- While potatoes are cooking, prepare the rest of the dish by combining tuna, mayonnaise, hot sauce, lemon juice, chopped green onion, and relish in a bowl.
- Add chili powder, black pepper, salt, and other seasonings to taste.
- Chop tomato, green onion, and head lettuce; layer on a serving plate or salad bowl.
- Top with the tuna mixture and sprinkle with cheddar cheese and peppered cheese.
- Serve the salad with tortilla chips on the side for added crunch.
Tips & Substitutions
For a creamier texture, consider using Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise. If you want to reduce calories, opt for low-fat buttermilk. You can also substitute canned salmon for tuna if desired. Experiment with different herbs like dill or cilantro for added flavor. Adjust the amount of hot sauce based on your spice preference. This dish can also be made ahead of time for a quick meal later.
Serving Suggestions
This spicy tuna salad pairs beautifully with tortilla chips for an added crunch. You can also serve it on a bed of greens or with whole-grain crackers for a lighter option. For a complete meal, consider serving it alongside a side of Uncle Roys Crab Augratin or fresh fruit. This dish is great for lunch or as a light dinner.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The potatoes may lose their crispiness, so reheat them in an oven to regain some crunch, rather than using a microwave. The tuna salad mixture can be refrigerated and eaten cold or at room temperature, making it versatile for meals throughout the week.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Spicy Tuna Salad contains roughly 61 calories, with 2g protein, 7g carbohydrates, and 3g fat. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 619mg per serving (27% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this salad ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the tuna salad mixture and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. However, it's best to add the crispy potatoes and cheese just before serving to ensure they maintain their texture. This makes it a perfect dish for meal prep.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).