Viral Tuna Salad Recipe
This Viral Tuna Salad is a vibrant and flavorful twist on the traditional tuna salad, featuring a creamy wasabi-infused dressing combined with crunchy jalapeño chips, tangy pickles, sweet corn, and fresh apple for a perfect balance of textures and flavors. It’s quick to prepare and makes an excellent protein-packed lunch or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise (plus more as desired)
- 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons wasabi paste
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salad Mix-Ins
- 3 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
- 3 tablespoons finely chopped dill pickles
- ⅓ cup crispy jalapeño chips (crushed)
- ⅓ cup finely chopped apple
- ½ cup canned corn kernels (drained)
- ½ cup frozen peas (thawed)
- 10 ounces tuna packed in olive oil (drained)
- Sea salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together ½ cup mayonnaise, 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 teaspoons wasabi paste, and ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning until smooth and well combined to create a flavorful, tangy dressing.
- Add salad mix-ins: To the dressing, add 3 tablespoons finely chopped red onion, 3 tablespoons finely chopped dill pickles, ⅓ cup crushed crispy jalapeño chips, ⅓ cup finely chopped apple, ½ cup drained canned corn kernels, and ½ cup thawed frozen peas. Stir thoroughly so all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Incorporate the tuna: Gently fold in the drained 10 ounces of tuna packed in olive oil to the mixture, taking care not to break up the tuna too much. This keeps a nice texture in the salad.
- Season and adjust: Taste the salad and season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed. Add extra mayonnaise if a creamier consistency is desired.
- Serve: Serve your viral tuna salad chilled, accompanied by extra pickles or tortilla chips for added crunch and flavor.
Notes
- For best flavor, use high-quality canned tuna packed in olive oil.
- Frozen peas should be thawed completely and drained well to avoid excess moisture.
- Adjust the wasabi paste quantity based on your preferred spice level.
- This salad can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Jalapeño chips add a spicy crunch; substitute with other crispy chips if desired.
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