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Easy Pepperoncini Tuna Salad Recipe

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4.3 from 2 reviews

This Easy Pepperoncini Tuna Salad is a light and refreshing twist on classic tuna salad, featuring tangy chopped pepperoncini peppers, crisp celery, and green onions blended with creamy mayonnaise. Perfect for a quick lunch, snack, or light meal, it pairs wonderfully with crackers, sandwiches, or wrapped in lettuce for a low-carb option.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

  • 10 oz. canned tuna, drained (2 cans of 5 oz. each)
  • ¼ cup celery, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup green onion, sliced
  • 2-3 Tbsp chopped pepperoncini peppers
  • 1 Tbsp pepperoncini juice (from the jar)
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Mash the Tuna: Place the drained tuna in a shallow bowl and use a large fork to break it apart and mash until flaky and slightly chunky.
  2. Mix the 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 until fully combined. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
  3. Serve: Enjoy the tuna salad immediately with your favorite crackers, as a sandwich filling, or wrapped in lettuce leaves for a lighter option.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, add diced bell peppers or cucumber.
  • Use low-fat mayonnaise to reduce calories if desired.
  • Adjust the amount of pepperoncini and juice to your preferred level of tanginess and spice.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Lunch, Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American