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Lemon Pepperoncini Tuna Salad

Give classic tuna salad a bright Mediterranean twist by adding pepperoncini, fresh herbs, lemon, and avocado mayo. Serve it as a dip with crackers and pita chips, or pile it onto toast, sandwiches, or crisp lettuce leaves for a fresh, protein-packed meal or snack.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 219
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup avocado mayo
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1–2 tbsp peperoncini brine to taste
  • 1–2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • Zest of 1/2 lemon
  • 1/2 tsp granulated garlic
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp red onion, fine dice
  • 2 tbsp celery, fine dice
  • 2–3 tbsp peperoncini, finely diced
  • 2 tbsp scallions, sliced
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
  • 2 cans tuna 5 oz each, drained well
  • 1 tablespoon crumbled feta, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon pickled onion
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Method
 

  1. Whisk together avocado mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, pepperoncini brine, lemon juice, lemon zest, granulated garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
  2. Fold in red onion, celery, pepperoncini, scallions, dill, and basil until everything is evenly coated.
  3. Gently fold in tuna, keeping some larger pieces intact for texture.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning: add more brine if you want it punchier, more lemon if you want it brighter, and a pinch of salt to make everything pop.
  5. Let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes if you have time so the flavors meld together. Serve topped with feta, pickled onion, and/or a spritz of lemon juice.

Nutrition

Calories: 219kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 762mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8g

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