Tuna, Sweet Peppers, Chilli and Caper Salad Recipe

Name: Tuna, Sweet Peppers, Chilli and Caper Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces tuna in vegetable oil, drained; 2 egg yolks; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar; 3 tablespoons capers; 2 shallots, finely chopped; 1 gherkin, finely chopped; 1 red bell pepper, finely diced; 1 green bell pepper, finely diced; 1 red chili pepper, finely chopped; 1 ounce basil, finely chopped; 3 tablespoons olive oil, good quality; 1 lemon, halved; mixed salad green

Servings: persons

8 ounces tuna in vegetable oil, drained
2 egg yolks
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons capers
2 shallots, finely chopped
1 gherkin, finely chopped
1 red bell pepper, finely diced
1 green bell pepper, finely diced
1 red chili pepper, finely chopped
1 ounce basil, finely chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil, good quality
1 lemon, halved
mixed salad green

1
Drain the tuna, reserving the olive oil from the tuna.
2
Put the egg yolks, mustard and vinegar into a bowl and drizzle in the oil from the tuna can slowly, whisking all the time, until the mixture takes on a creamy consistency.
3
Mix together the capers, shallots and gherkins and combine with the egg yolk mixture.
4
Mix the red and green peppers with the chilli, basil, two tablespoons of olive oil and a generous squeeze of lemon juice.
5
In a pastry ring mould layer the tuna, the pepper mixture then the mayonnaise and squeeze with lemon juice.
6
Repeat so that you have a second layer.
7
Remove the ring and finish off with the baby leaves and a drizzle of good olive oil.
8
Serve.

707

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces tuna in vegetable oil, drained, 2 egg yolks, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Tuna, Sweet Peppers, Chilli and Caper Salad 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.

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Tuna, Sweet Peppers, Chilli and Caper Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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