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Warm Tuna & Potato Salad

Cultural Context

Warm Tuna & Potato Salad is a classic American dish that combines the heartiness of potatoes with the protein of tuna, often enjoyed as a filling lunch or light dinner. This dish reflects the resourcefulness of home cooking, utilizing pantry staples to create a satisfying meal. Today, variations abound, with many adding seasonal vegetables or different dressings to suit personal tastes.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 lbs new potatoes
1 lb green beans
4 large eggs
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon oregano
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup tomatoes, diced
1 cup cucumber, diced
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
1/2 cup olives, sliced
2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna in oil
4 cups mixed leaves

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

canned tuna

🥗Healthier: canned salmon

💰Cheaper: canned sardines

Canned salmon is a healthier option rich in omega-3s.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often less expensive and works well for dressings.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: avocado

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu provides a similar texture and is a lower-cost option.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: fresh cilantro

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Dried parsley is a cost-effective alternative with a longer shelf life.

1

Peel the new potatoes and place them in a pan of hot water with a little bit of salt.

2

Boil the potatoes for about 10 minutes.

3

After 10 minutes, add 200 g of green beans and the eggs to the boiling water.

4

After 10 minutes, fish the eggs out of the pot.

5

Remove the green beans from the pot and place them aside.

6

Drain the potatoes in a sieve and peel the skins off while they are still warm.

7

In a bowl, combine 2 to 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, half a teaspoon of Dijon mustard, a teaspoon of oregano, the zest of a lemon, and the juice of the lemon. Mix well and taste.

8

Add salt and pepper to the dressing as desired.

9

Add the warm potatoes and green beans to the dressing and toss to coat them well.

10

Chop a couple of tomatoes and add them to the bowl.

11

Add half a cucumber, half a red onion, and olives to the mixture.

12

Add three drained tins of tuna in oil to the bowl.

13

Add half a bag of mixed leaves and toss everything together with a big spoon.

14

Halve the boiled eggs and add them to the salad, using as many as desired (five were used in the video).

15

Finish with a last drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, a grind of black pepper, and a sprinkle of oregano.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixing

Equipment Needed

potbowlwhiskknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatariandairy-free

Allergens

fisheggsmustard

Also Known As

Tuna Potato SaladWarm Tuna Salad

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