Tuna Salad With Bell Peppers And Herbs No Mayonnaise Recipe

Forget mayo! This vibrant tuna salad bursts with fresh flavor thanks to juicy bell peppers, fragrant basil, and briny capers. A quick and easy recipe perfect for a light lunch or a healthy appetizer. The perfect combination of Mediterranean flavors will leave you wanting more!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 285.3 kcal
Protein 48g
Rating 5.0 (7 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tuna Salad With Bell Peppers And Herbs No Mayonnaise

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How to Make Tuna Salad With Bell Peppers And Herbs No Mayonnaise

  1. Gently flake 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna in water, reserving 2 tablespoons of the tuna water.
  2. Finely dice ½ red bell pepper and ½ yellow bell pepper.
  3. Roughly chop ¼ cup fresh basil leaves.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine the flaked tuna, bell peppers, basil, 2 tablespoons capers (drained), 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, and salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  5. Add 1-2 tablespoons of the reserved tuna water, mixing until the desired consistency is reached. (Add more if you prefer a wetter salad).
  6. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  7. Serve immediately on crusty bread, crackers, or with a side of your favorite green salad.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

15g

Carbs

1g