Chipotle Tuna Salad Sandwiches
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
199 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Chipotle Tuna Salad Sandwiches
Description
The recipe involves draining canned tuna and mixing it thoroughly with chipotle and roasted garlic mayonnaise, introducing smoky heat and richness. Finely diced red onion and bell pepper contribute texture and mild sweetness, balancing the spiciness. Dried cilantro adds herbal complexity, complemented by a splash of lemon juice that brightens the overall flavor. Salt and black pepper season the mixture for balance.
This tuna salad works well as a sandwich filling or a dip. It provides a straightforward way to combine pantry staples with bold chipotle mayonnaise for enhanced flavor. Variations in herbs allow adjustments to suit preferences, such as substituting fresh cilantro or other herbs if desired.
Ingredients
- 2 ounce tuna I used Chicken of the SeaAlbacore Tuna in Water, Chunk Light, canned
- ½ cup mayonnaise see recipe link above, with chipotle and roasted garlic
- ¼ cup red onion finely diced
- ¼ cup bell pepper finely diced
- 1 tablespoon cilantro dried
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Drain tuna.
- Add all ingredients to a bowl and stir until combined.
- Consider your tuna salad sandwich game upped.
Notes
- Nutrition information provided is approximate and calculated using an online tool.
- If fresh cilantro's flavor is not preferred, substitute with parsley or Mexican oregano depending on taste.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 199 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 199kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13g | 76% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 181mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 64mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 340IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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