Mayo-Free Tuna Sandwich Filling
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this vibrant, mayo-free tuna creation! Flaked albacore dances with the zesty brightness of red onion, aromatic herbs, and a touch of Southwestern heat, all bound together by the creamy, savory embrace of red pepper hummus. Prepare to be transported beyond the ordinary tuna salad.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
3 g
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Cholesterol
29 mg
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Fiber
1 g
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Protein
18 g
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Saturated Fat
1 g
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Sodium
318 mg
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Sugar
1 g
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Fat
4 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
2 mins
In a medium-sized bowl, gently flake the drained albacore tuna with a fork. (2 minutes)
02
Step
1 mins
Add the finely diced red onion, minced fresh oregano, and minced fresh rosemary to the bowl. (1 minute)
03
Step
1 mins
Incorporate the diced green chile pepper and season generously with freshly ground black pepper. (1 minute)
04
Step
3 mins
Dollop in the red pepper hummus and gently fold all the ingredients together until well combined. Be careful not to overmix, preserving the texture of the tuna. (3 minutes)
05
Step
1 mins
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice can add an extra layer of brightness. (1 minute)
06
Step
Serve immediately on your favorite whole-grain bread, or chill for later. Pairs perfectly with melted cheddar or avocado slices.
For an extra layer of flavor, toast the herbs lightly in a dry pan before mincing.
Feel free to experiment with different types of hummus, such as roasted garlic or spicy chipotle, to customize the flavor profile.
If you prefer a smoother texture, you can pulse the mixture briefly in a food processor, but be careful not to over-process it.
This tuna filling is also delicious served in lettuce wraps or as a topping for crackers.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.6/ 5 ( 51 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (9)
Bartholome Greenfelder
Apr 7, 2025I added a little lemon juice and it was perfect!
Hank Carroll
Mar 17, 2025My kids even loved it, and they're usually picky eaters.
Dalton Bogisich
Feb 5, 2025Easy to make and so flavorful!
Adonis Shields
Dec 27, 2024This is now my go-to tuna salad recipe!
Kole Stroman
Dec 22, 2024I swapped the green chile for a finely diced jalapeno for an extra kick!
Oswald Kemmer
Sep 11, 2024So much healthier than the traditional recipe. Thank you!
Waino Will
Jul 16, 2024This is a game-changer! I never thought I could enjoy tuna salad without mayo so much.
Darien Kozey
May 26, 2024I used a food processor to pulse the ingredients, which created a smoother consistency that I preferred.
Cortez King
Dec 10, 2023The herbs really brighten up the flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.