Description
This Pepperoncini Tuna Salad is a light and refreshing comfort food classic, packed with zesty pepperoncini, crunchy celery, and fresh green onion, all brought together with a creamy touch of mayonnaise. Perfect for a quick lunch, snack, or easy meal option, it pairs wonderfully with crackers, sandwiches, or wrapped in lettuce.
Ingredients
Salad
- 10 oz. canned tuna, drained (2 5 oz. cans)
- ¼ cup celery, finely chopped
- ¼ cup green onion, sliced
- 2-3 Tbsp chopped pepperoncini
- 1 Tbsp pepperoncini juice (from the jar)
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Mash the Tuna: Place the drained tuna in a shallow bowl and use a large fork to mash it until broken up and flaky in texture.
- Mix Ingredients: Add the finely chopped celery, sliced green onion, chopped pepperoncini, pepperoncini juice, mayonnaise, salt, and black pepper to the mashed tuna. Stir everything together thoroughly until well combined. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
- Serve: Enjoy the salad immediately served with crackers, in a sandwich, or wrapped in lettuce for a light meal or snack.
Notes
- For a lighter option, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- Adjust the amount of pepperoncini and juice according to your spice preference.
- Keep refrigerated if not serving immediately; best consumed within 1-2 days.
- Use fresh celery and green onions for optimal crunch and flavor.
