Best Tuna Salad For Two Recipes

ONE RECIPE, TWO MEALS: TUNA SALAD

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Here's a cool, classic variant on tuna salad for your kiddies. I kept the binder pretty neutral, but instead of mayo, I swirled in a bit of Greek yogurt to lighten it up. It's also loaded with a hint of mustard, and fresh celery and apple, which I feel like all kids like, right? Now for the deluxe version. It's laced with fresh lemon juice and curry powder-what? I also threw in some chopped almonds, fresh parsley, a bunch of red grapes and minced celery to boost the antioxidants.

Provided by Bev Weidner

Categories main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings (2 kids, 2 adults)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (yellow American mustard is fine)
3 1/2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped red apple
Three 5-ounce cans albacore tuna in water, drained
2 celery stalks, minced
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup halved purple (seedless) grapes
1/3 cup chopped roasted and salted almonds (dry almonds are fine)
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
Serving suggestion: your favorite crackers or toast; 2 split and lightly toasted croissants or your favorite sandwich bread

Steps:

In a medium bowl, whisk together the mustard, 1 tablespoon yogurt and 1 teaspoon lemon juice. In a large bowl whisk together the curry powder, the remaining 2 1/2 tablespoons yogurt and the remaining tablespoon lemon juice.
To the medium bowl, add the apple, 1 can of the tuna, half of the celery and a small pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well with a wooden spoon. This is the kids' tuna salad! Refrigerate until ready to eat, or serve immediately on crackers or toast.
To the large bowl add the grapes, almonds, parsley, the remaining 2 cans tuna, the remaining celery and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well with a wooden spoon. This is the adult tuna salad. Refrigerate until ready to eat, or serve immediately on toasted croissant halves.

CLASSIC TUNA SALAD

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Tuna salad is a classic go-to for quick lunches and snacks. This tuna salad recipe is made with canned tuna, mayo, celery, onion, and lemon, and can be customized in dozens of ways. It's creamy, filling, and easy to make!

Provided by Sally Vargas

Categories Lunch Salad Sandwich Budget Pantry Meal Quick and Easy

Time 5m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 (5-ounce) can tuna packed in water
1 rib celery, diced
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon red onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 pinch salt
1 pinch black pepper

Steps:

Drain the tuna: Open the can and hold it over the sink. Tilt the can and press on the lid to allow the water in the can to drain.
Serve how you like it: Spoon tuna salad onto slices of bread to make a sandwich, scoop onto crackers for a snack, or serve it atop a bed of salad greens for a healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 539 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 18 g, ServingSize 2 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

TUNA SALAD FOR TWO

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This time, Tuna Salad for Two comes from Sharon Balzer of Phoenix, Arizona. "We have long, hot summers here in the dessert Southwest, so I try to get creative with salads and come up with cool dinners for my husband Roger, and me," explains Sharon. "I've been serving this tasty, refreshing dish for at least 5 years. We think it's simply scrumptious!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

2 cups torn lettuce
2-1/2 cups cooked spiral pasta
1 can (6 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
1 medium tomato, cut into wedges
1 celery rib, sliced
1 medium carrot, sliced
1 small cucumber, sliced
1/4 cup julienned green pepper
1 cup fresh broccoli florets
1/2 cup julienned provolone or mozzarella cheese
DRESSING:
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 small garlic clove, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

On two salad plates, arrange the first 10 ingredients in order listed. In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine dressing ingredients; shake well. Pour over salads and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

TUNA SALAD FOR TWO

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Tuna salad for two simply doesn't get easier (or more delicious) than this. All you need is a can of chunk light tuna and a seriously flavorful dressing.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Home

Time 5m

Yield 2 servings, 1/4 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 2

Ingredients

1 can (5 oz.) chunk light tuna in water, drained, flaked
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Tuscan House Italian Dressing

Steps:

Mix ingredients until blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 330 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 13 g

TUNA SALAD NICOISE FOR TWO

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This bistro-style Tuna Salad Nicoise for Two is one of the more elegant ways to split a can of tuna and a hard-cooked egg!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Home

Time 1h

Yield Makes 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 can (5 oz.) white tuna in water, drained, flaked
3 cups loosely packed baby spinach leaves
1 hard-cooked egg, cut into wedges
1/2 cup cut fresh green beans, cooked, cooled
2 thin red onion slices, separated into rings
1/2 lb. small red potatoes (about 2), cooked, cooled and cut into wedges
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
1/4 cup KRAFT Lite Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing

Steps:

Spoon tuna onto 2 spinach-covered plates; surround with eggs, beans, onions, potatoes and tomatoes.
Sprinkle with cheese.
Top with dressing just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Sodium 710 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 28 g