Description
Spicy tuna salad is a zesty, protein-rich dish made with tender tuna, creamy mayo, sriracha, and tangy lime juice. It’s bold, satisfying, and incredibly easy to make perfect for lunches, light dinners, or snack platters. Its versatility makes it a go-to recipe for meal prep, parties, or anytime you need a flavorful, no-fuss dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans tuna, drained
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1–2 tablespoons sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, chopped
Optional Add-ins:
- Avocado chunks
- Diced cucumbers
- Crushed red pepper flakes
Substitutions:
- Greek yogurt instead of mayo (lighter option)
- Chili oil instead of sriracha
Instructions
- Drain tuna and flake it into a mixing bowl.
- Add mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, lime juice, and garlic powder. Mix well.
- Stir in chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
- Taste and adjust seasoning: add more sriracha for heat or lime juice for brightness.
- Chill for 15–20 minutes to let the flavors blend.
- Serve as a dip, wrap filling, sandwich topping, or salad bowl addition.
Notes
- Use Greek yogurt instead of mayo for a lighter version.
- Swap soy sauce with tamari for a gluten-free option.
- Add avocado or cucumber for added freshness and texture.
- For extra heat, include diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper.
- Make it vegan by substituting tuna with mashed chickpeas or tofu.
- Stir in wasabi mayo or pickled ginger for an Asian-inspired twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Appetizer, Lunch
- Method: No-Cook Cuisine
- Cuisine: American, Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (¼ of recipe)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 35mg