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Viral tuna salad on lettuce with more in a bowl in front of it.

Viral Matthew McConaughey Tuna Salad


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  • Author: Amy Estes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4-5 Servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This viral Matthew McConaughey tuna salad combines a unique combination of ingredients like tuna, corn, peas, crisp jalapeños and a creamy wasabi mayo dressing. It is a delicious spin on a classic tuna salad recipe that you are going to LOVE!


Ingredients

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For the tuna salad

  • 2 (5ounce) cans tuna fish – I used Safe Catch brand
  • 1 tablepsoon fresh Lemon juice
  • Pinch of seas salt
  • Pinch of pepper
  • 1/3 cup frozen peas
  • 1/3 cup corn
  • 1/4 cup diced pickles
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup diced green apple 
  • 1/2 cup chopped jarred jalapeño or crushed jalapeño chips
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill or scallions

For the spicy mayo dressing

  • 1/4 cup light mayo 
  • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon wasabi paste
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon Italian dressing 


Instructions

  1. Add all of the tuna salad ingredients to a medium bowl. 
  2. In a separate small bowl combine the dressing ingredients. 
  3. Mix the dressing into the salad 
  4. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use a good quality tuna fish like Safe Catch brand.
  • Chop the ingredients smaller so they are easier to mix. 
  • Store leftover tuna salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. 
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Healthy Salads
  • Method: No cook
  • Cuisine: American