Viral Matthew McConaughey Tuna Salad (Print Version)
Colorful tuna mix with veggies, tangy pickles, and creamy spicy mayo delivers lively, fresh flavors.
# Ingredients:
→ Tuna Salad
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2 cans (5 ounces each) tuna fish, drained
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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Pinch of sea salt
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Pinch of black pepper
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1/3 cup frozen peas, thawed
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1/3 cup corn, thawed if frozen
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1/4 cup diced pickles
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1/4 cup diced red onion
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1/4 cup diced green apple
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1/2 cup chopped jarred jalapeños or crushed jalapeño chips
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or scallions
→ Spicy Mayo Dressing
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1/4 cup light mayonnaise
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2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
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1 tablespoon wasabi paste
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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1 tablespoon honey
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1 tablespoon Italian dressing
# Steps:
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In a medium bowl, place drained tuna fish, lemon juice, sea salt, black pepper, thawed peas, corn, diced pickles, red onion, diced green apple, chopped jalapeños, and dill. Stir gently to mix evenly.
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In a separate small bowl, whisk together light mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, wasabi paste, lemon juice, honey, and Italian dressing until smooth and well combined.
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Pour the prepared dressing over the tuna mixture. Fold gently until all ingredients are thoroughly coated.
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Serve immediately at room temperature or refrigerate to chill before serving for enhanced flavor.
# Notes:
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For best texture, drain excess liquid from tuna and vegetables prior to mixing. Adjust jalapeño quantity to preferred spice level.