Fresh & Fun Matthew Mcconaughey’s Tuna Salad Recipe
Matthew McConaughey’s bold take on tuna salad blends spicy, sweet, crunchy, and creamy elements for a unique and flavor-packed dish featuring jalapeño chips, wasabi, apples, and fresh veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients
1/2 cup mayonnaise, plus more if needed
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons wasabi paste
2 teaspoons Italian dressing
3 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
3 tablespoons finely chopped dill pickles or gherkins
1/3 cup crispy jalapeño chips, crushed
1/4 cup chopped apple
1/2 cup fresh corn kernels
1/2 cup frozen peas (thawed)
10 ounces tuna packed in olive oil, drained
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, white wine vinegar, lemon juice, wasabi paste, and Italian dressing until smooth.
- Add red onion, pickles, jalapeño chips, apple, corn, and peas to the bowl. Stir to combine.
- Gently fold in the drained tuna until well incorporated.
- Taste and add additional mayonnaise if a creamier texture is desired.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Swap wasabi for Dijon mustard for a milder version.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of mayo for a lighter salad.
- Add hard-boiled eggs for more protein.
- Use canned corn if fresh isn’t available.
- Try potato chips instead of jalapeño chips for less heat.
- Add celery or bell pepper for extra crunch.
- Mix in parsley or chives for added brightness.
- Serve in lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.
- Use albacore tuna for a chunkier texture.
- Top with sharp cheddar for extra richness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
