I created this Tuna Salad Sandwich when wanting to fix something different for lunch. I have also stuffed this tuna salad into a garden-ripened tomato. It was delicious!
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- 2 (6-ounce) cans solid white tuna, drained well*
- 2 tablespoons red bell pepper, minced
- 2 to 3 tablespoons red onion, minced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon capers, drained and minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro leaves or basil leaves, minced
- 1 teaspoon olive oil, extra-virgin
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise (reduced-fat)
- 1 teaspoon Balsamic Vinegar (good-quality)
- 1/4 teaspoon Tabasco Sauce or to taste
- 1/2 cup tomatoes, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
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In a medium bowl, break up tuna into flakes. Add red bell pepper, red onion, garlic, capers, and cilantro or basil leaves; mix together. Blend in olive oil, lime juice, mayonnaise, balsamic vinegar, Tabasco, tomatoes, salt, and pepper.
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Refrigerate at least 1 hour to let flavors blend.
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When ready to use, remove from refrigerator. Spread either on bread or stuff in a large tomato.
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Makes 4 to 6 servings.
* When purchasing tuna, purchase the best grade, which is the "albacore white" tuna.