Big Poppas Eat Mo Tuna Salad Recipe

This ain't your grandma's tuna salad! Big Poppa's Eat Mo' Tuna Salad is a creamy, dreamy, classic tuna salad recipe with a little somethin' somethin' extra to kick it up a notch. Easy to make in under 15 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick lunch, light dinner, or satisfying snack. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 637.2 kcal
Protein 92g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Big Poppas Eat Mo Tuna Salad

  • 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna in water, drained
  • Dill Weed (not found in recipe)
  • Onion Powder (not found in recipe)
  • Garlic Powder (not found in recipe)
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
  • Paprika (not found in recipe)
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, plus extra for garnish
  • Poblano Pepper (not found in recipe)
  • Spanish Olives (not found in recipe)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Miracle Whip), or more for creamier texture
  • Granny Smith Apple (not found in recipe)
  • Iceberg lettuce leaves, for serving
  • 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice, optional

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How to Make Big Poppas Eat Mo Tuna Salad

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, celery, red onion, and cilantro.
  2. Gently mix all ingredients until well combined. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more mayonnaise for a creamier texture, or lemon juice for a tangier flavor.
  3. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  4. Serve immediately on crisp iceberg lettuce leaves. Garnish with extra cilantro.
  5. For the perfect pairing, serve with wheat crackers, Monterrey Jack cheese, or garlic bagel chips. A refreshing glass of lemonade is highly recommended!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

75 g

Sugar

93g

Fat

26g

Carbs

14g