A simple and healthy Tuna Potato Salad made with baby potatoes, red onion and capers tossed in an easy olive oil and fresh lemon dressing.
Gather all Ingredients
To get started, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- Baby red potatoes are considered to be the healthiest of all potatoes, as they contain the highest levels of vitamins, minerals and healthy phytochemicals. Health Benefits of Potatoes.
- Canned tuna is rich in protein and contains many vitamins and minerals. Health Benefits of Tuna.
- Red onion contains many antioxidants and sulfur-containing compounds. They have been linked to a reduced risk of cancer, lower blood sugar levels, and improved bone health. Health Benefits and Nutrition.
- Lemon Dressing: salt, black pepper, garlic, olive oil, whole grain mustard, capers, lemon zest, lemon juice, and fresh dill.
How to make this Recipe:
- Cook potatoes
Place diced potatoes in a medium pot. Cover them with water and add a pinch of salt. Slice the potatoes in half or quarter so they are bite sized. Bring the potatoes to a boil and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork. Let the potatoes cool.
- Prepare dressing
Next, mix the lemon dressing ingredients in a small bowl with a whisk.
- Prepare tuna
Drain all water from tuna.
- Mix and enjoy
In a large serving bowl, add potatoes, tuna and lemon dressing. Gently mix it all together. Enjoy!
Common Questions
Waxy potatoes like red potatoes, Yukon gold, or fingerling potatoes are ideal because they hold their shape well after boiling. However, you can also use russet potatoes if you prefer a creamier texture.
Yes, you can use fresh tuna. Simply cook the tuna by grilling, baking, or pan-searing it, then flake it into the salad. Fresh tuna adds a richer flavor, but canned tuna is more convenient and traditional for this dish.
Tuna potato salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Make sure to stir it well before serving again, as the dressing may separate.
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Tuna Potato Salad
Ingredients
- 2 lbs baby red and/or gold potatoes (washed)
- 10 oz canned tuna (in water)
- ¼ red onion (sliced)
Lemon Dressing
- ¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
- 3 tablespoons capers
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped)
Instructions
- Place diced potatoes in a medium pot. Cover them with water and add a pinch of salt. Slice the potatoes in half or quarter so they are bite sized. Bring the potatoes to a boil and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork. Let the potatoes cool.
- Next, mix the lemon dressing ingredients in a small bowl with a whisk.
- Drain all water from tuna.
- In a large serving bowl, add potatoes, tuna and lemon dressing. Gently mix it all together. Enjoy!
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