Getting tired of the same old recipe for tuna salad or chicken salad? Try one of these delicious twists. You’ll be glad you did.
Wasabi is the Japanese version of horseradish. It’s an Asian root vegetable that is sold in paste and powdered form. It can be found in Asian food stores and most grocery stores. You can substitute tuna for the salmon.
Mix the wasabi powder and mayonnaise together in a medium-sized bowl. Add the salmon, and break up the pieces with a fork. Add the cucumber cubes, and mix all the ingredients together. Add salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with the chopped parsley (optional). Serves two.
This salad has a hint of Indian flavors. Mango chutney can be found in the ethnic section of most markets. Curry powder is a mixture of many spices. It loses its flavor quickly, so buy a fresh container after two to three months.
Mix the mayonnaise, curry powder and mango chutney together in a medium-sized bowl. Add the chicken and celery. Mix all of the ingredients together. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serves two.
Pesto adds pizzazz to tuna salad. Pesto usually is made by combining fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese and olive oil. To make this salad, I used a bought version and found that it worked very well. You can substitute salmon or diced chicken for the tuna.
Mix the dressing and pesto together in a medium-sized bowl. Add the tuna, and break up the pieces with a fork. Add the olives, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix all the ingredients together. Serves two.
