Certainly! Here’s a recipe for “Not Your Mamma’s Tuna Salad,” a delightful twist on the classic tuna salad that’s perfect for spreading on crackers or dipping with fresh veggies. 🥪🥒
Not Your Mamma’s Tuna Salad Recipe
- Name: Not Your Mamma’s Tuna Salad
- Cook Time: 3 hours (Chill Time)
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
- Servings: 6 (approximately)
Description:
Tired of the same old tuna salad sandwich? Try this unique recipe! It makes a fantastic spread for crackers or a refreshing dip for fresh veggies. Please note that the prep time does not include boiling the eggs. For the best flavor, chill overnight! 🌿
Ingredients:
- 2 cans tuna in water
- 3 hard-boiled eggs
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 green peppers, finely chopped
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. | In a large mixing bowl, combine tuna, chopped hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, cumin, crushed red pepper flakes, minced garlic, and chopped green peppers. Mix everything well until thoroughly combined. 🥄 |
| 2. | Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid, and chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours. For the best results, refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld together. ❄️ |
| 3. | Once chilled, give the tuna salad a final stir. Serve it on your favorite bread as a sandwich filling, or use it as a delicious dip for fresh vegetables. Enjoy! 🥪🥒 |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 271.6
- Total Fat: 17.6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.2g
- Cholesterol: 128.4mg
- Sodium: 534.8mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 10.3g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.2g
- Sugar: 3g
- Protein: 17.7g
Tips:
- For a creamy texture, mash the hard-boiled eggs slightly with a fork before mixing.
- Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes to suit your desired level of spiciness.
- This tuna salad is excellent as a filling for wraps or stuffed inside hollowed-out tomatoes for a fancy presentation.
Give this “Not Your Mamma’s Tuna Salad” a try, and let the flavors surprise you! It’s easy, versatile, and perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a light lunch. 🌟
