Albacore tuna salad served on a plate with more in a bowl behind

Matthew McConaughey's Viral Tuna Salad

Name: Matthew McConaughey's Viral Tuna Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 1 6 oz can of Premier Catch Canned Albacore Tuna; 1 tbsp white wine vinegar; 2 tbsp lemon juice; ¼ cup mayo (increase for creamier); 2 tsp wasabi paste (plus for more spice); ¼ cup diced red onion; ¼ cup diced pickles; ¼ cup corn; ¼ cup diced apple; ¼ cup frozen peas; ⅓ cup crispy jalapeño or onion chips (plus more for the topping); 2 tsp agave syrup; salt and pepper

The tuna salad Matthew McConaughey made famous, an unlikely mix of wild canned albacore with wasabi, white wine vinegar, apple, corn, peas, pickles and crispy jalapeño chips. Sweet, tangy and crunchy all at once.

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Matthew McConaughey Viral Tuna Salad Recipe

Matthew McConaughey's Viral Tuna Salad

Author:

Declan Chapin, Premier Catch

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Turns out Matthew McConaughey is as good as making tuna salad as he is at acting. McConaughey's viral tuna salad is a simple, protein-packed dish with a unique set of ingredients and kick. The only thing missing? Premier Catch’s premium wild-caught tuna. With its rich flavor and sustainable sourcing, it’s the perfect upgrade to make this salad alright, alright, alright!

Ingredients

1 6 oz can of Premier Catch Canned Albacore Tuna
1 tbsp white wine vinegar
2 tbsp lemon juice
¼ cup mayo (increase for creamier)
2 tsp wasabi paste (plus for more spice)
¼ cup diced red onion
¼ cup diced pickles
¼ cup corn
¼ cup diced apple
¼ cup frozen peas
⅓ cup crispy jalapeño or onion chips (plus more for the topping)
2 tsp agave syrup
salt and pepper

Directions

In a medium sized mixing bowl, whisk together the white wine vinegar, lemon juice, mayonnaise and wasabi paste.
Next, add the tuna and stir until it is evenly combined.
Add the veggies and remaining ingredients to the bowl, and stir to combine.
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate to enjoy later!

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