Easy recipes of the week: Matthew McConaughey's Tuna Salad
“What are we eating today?” It is probably the most frequently asked question in the world. After a hectic day, running from place to place and a packed diary, you really don't feel like spending hours in the kitchen. We understand that. You want to conjure up something tasty that is not just a quick snack, but does not have to take hours. Because while we all crave a quick meal from time to time, you don't want to settle for a boring, quickly made meal every day either. Luckily, I have something for you! In the section Easy recipes of the week every Monday we search for the fastest, easiest, and tastiest recipes that you can put on the table in no time. This week: the amazing tuna salad by Matthew McConaughey.
His tuna salad is a huge hit on TikTok, and after watching the video three times, I want to make it too. And tonight! Are you joining me?
@thesaladlab Matthew McConaughey Style Tuna Salad with mayonnaise lemon juice vinegar, wasabi, red onions, gherkins, corn, peas and a little agave #MatthewMcConaughey #tunasalad #mealprep #yum #thesaladlabofficial #matthewmcconaugheytunasalad @MatthewMcConaughey ♬ original sound – The Salad Lab
The shopping list for the Tuna Salad à la Matthew McConaughey
- Canned tuna
- Lemon
- Mayonnaise
- Wasabi
- Vinegar
- Green apple
- Corn
- Frozen peas
- Agave syrup
- Crispy Jalapeño nacho chips
The preparation
It's all very simple! Start by putting the tuna in a large bowl. Add lemon juice. Mix mayonnaise with wasabi until you have a nice, creamy, light green substance. Add some vinegar to the tuna and then add the mayonnaise-wasabi mix. Cut a green apple into small pieces and add that, along with a quarter can of corn, some frozen peas, a splash of agave syrup, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
And here comes the magic trick: take a handful of crispy Jalapeño nacho chips and crumble them in. Mix everything well and your tuna salad is ready!
You can serve the salad on a nice sturdy piece of baguette, but if you want a lighter option, you can make a “boat” from a lettuce leaf and fill it with the tuna salad. This way you have a fresh, healthy lunch or dinner option.
Why this tuna salad is the perfect choice
This tuna salad is the ideal meal for the first day of the week. You probably have almost everything at home. It's quick, easy, and you don't need complicated ingredients. Moreover, it's a perfect balance between tasty, light, and nutritious. The addition of crispy nacho chips provides the crunch, and the wasabi gives the salad a nice spicy kick, without being too intense. And a touch of Matthew on your Monday can never hurt, right?
