That Good Tuna Salad

Total Time:Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Betty Lamb, Orem, Utah

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Jun. 27, 2023

Make this versatile salad with the fresh veggies that are in season and the cheeses you have on hand. Serve as a light lunch, or with soup and breadsticks for a heartier meal. —Betty Lamb, Orem, Utah

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That Good Tuna Salad

Yield:8 servings
Prep:20 min

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup canola oil
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 bunches (1 pound each) romaine, torn
  • 2 cups chopped tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
  • 2 cans (5 ounces each) Chicken of the Sea® chunk light tuna in water, drained
  • 2/3 cup slivered toasted almonds, optional
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Optional: Crumbled cooked bacon and Caesar salad croutons
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Directions

  1. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper; cover and shake well. Chill.
  2. In a large serving bowl, toss romaine, tomatoes, Swiss cheese, tuna, almonds if desired, and Parmesan cheese.
  3. Shake dressing; pour over salad and toss. Add bacon and croutons, if desired; serve immediately.
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