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Aloha Albacore Tuna Salad Recipe

Escape to paradise with this vibrant Aloha Albacore Tuna Salad recipe! Inspired by the Hawaiian Grille, this recipe features succulent albacore tuna tossed with a medley of crisp celery, sweet apples, and crunchy water chestnuts. A touch of sweetness and savory celery seeds elevate this classic tuna salad to a taste of Aloha. Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner, served on a grilled Kaiser roll with organic greens or as a warm, cheesy tuna melt!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 331 kcal
Protein 66g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Aloha Albacore Tuna Salad

  • Albacore Tuna
  • 1 tablespoon celery seeds, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup diced water chestnuts
  • Celery Ribs
  • 2 scallions, finely chopped
  • Green Apples
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise

How to Make Aloha Albacore Tuna Salad

  1. Drain one 5-ounce can of albacore tuna and gently flake it into a large bowl.
  2. Add 1/4 cup of mayonnaise (adjust to your preference).
  3. Stir in 1 tablespoon finely chopped celery seeds.
  4. Add 2 finely chopped scallions (white and green parts).
  5. Incorporate 1/2 cup diced crisp apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended).
  6. Gently fold in 1/2 cup diced water chestnuts.
  7. Sweeten with 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar (adjust to taste).
  8. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  9. Serve the tuna salad on a grilled Kaiser roll with organic greens. Alternatively, serve as an open-faced tuna melt: spread the tuna salad on toasted bread, top with cheddar cheese (1-2 slices per sandwich), and broil until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

115g

Fat

5g

Carbs

13g

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