Crunchy Tuna Salad In Pepper Cups Recipe

Name: Crunchy Tuna Salad In Pepper Cups
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 envelope unflavored gelatin; 1 (about 10 oz.) can condensed consomme (undiluted); 2 large, nicely shaped green peppers, halved crosswise, cored and seeded; 1/2 c. coarsely chopped onion; 1 (about 6 oz.) can flaked, water-packed tuna, drained; 2 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped; 1 c. coarsely chopped iceberg lettuce; 1/2 tsp. grated lemon zest; 1 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1/2 tsp. salt (optional); 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper; 4 whole, crisp lettuce leaves; 1/4 c. low-fat sour cream or plain nonfat yogurt

Servings: persons

1 envelope unflavored gelatin
1 (about 10 oz.) can condensed consomme (undiluted)
2 large, nicely shaped green peppers, halved crosswise, cored and seeded
1/2 c. coarsely chopped onion
1 (about 6 oz.) can flaked, water-packed tuna, drained
2 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
1 c. coarsely chopped iceberg lettuce
1/2 tsp. grated lemon zest
1 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 tsp. salt (optional)
1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
4 whole, crisp lettuce leaves
1/4 c. low-fat sour cream or plain nonfat yogurt

1
Sprinkle the gelatin over 1/2 cup water and allow it to soften, about 5 minutes.
2
Pour the consomme into a medium saucepan.
3
Bring the consomme to a boil and add the pepper shells, cut side up. Cover and cook 3 minutes.
4
Remove the shells, turn upside down to drain and then refrigerate.
5
Bring the consomme back to a boil, add the onion and cook 30 seconds.
6
Stir in the gelatin until it dissolves.
7
Pour the mixture into a bowl and refrigerate until partially set.
8
Fold in the tuna, tomatoes, chopped lettuce, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt (optional) and pepper.
9
Spoon into pepper shells, piling the mixture high.
10
Refrigerate at least 4 hours, until set.
11
At serving time, place each pepper on a lettuce leaf; garnish with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt.
12
Yields 4 servings. Serving size is 1/2 filled green pepper.

118

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 envelope unflavored gelatin, 1 (about 10 oz.) can condensed consomme (undiluted), 2 large, nicely shaped green peppers, halved crosswise, cored and seeded, 1/2 c. coarsely chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Crunchy Tuna Salad In Pepper Cups falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crunchy Tuna Salad In Pepper Cups

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