Matthew McConaughey's Viral Tuna Salad Bites

Declan Chapin

Who knew Matthew McConaughey was a tuna salad guy? His now-viral recipe is protein-packed, zesty, and full of flavor—but we’re taking it up a notch with Tuna Salad Bites. Think crisp cucumber rounds or endive leaves loaded with his signature mix and topped with a little extra crunch. The real game-changer? Premier Catch’s wild-caught tuna. Sustainably sourced and rich in flavor, it makes every bite better than alright, alright, alright.

Matthew McConaughey's Viral Tuna Salad Bites

Ingredients

  • 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

  • sliced baguette

Directions

  1. In a medium sized mixing bowl, whisk together the white wine vinegar, lemon juice, mayonnaise and wasabi paste.

  2. Next, add the tuna and stir until it is evenly combined.

  3. Add the veggies and remaining ingredients to the bowl, and stir to combine.

  4. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate to enjoy later!

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