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5-MINUTE SPICY
The 5-Minute Flavor-Packed Tuna Salad I Make Again and Again
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5.0 (290)|(2 Reviews)Flaked canned tuna mixed with spicy sriracha mayo, sesame oil, scallions, and toasted sesame seeds.
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By Young Sun Huh (Recipe Developer)•Published April 23, 2026
⏱ 5 mins
Simply Recipes / Young Sun Huh🔥 280 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- Ready in 5 minutes with zero cooking.
- 28g protein with spicy sushi roll flavor.
5-MINUTE SPICY
The 5-Minute Flavor-Packed Tuna Salad I Make Again and Again
Inspired by Korean canned tuna snacks and spicy tuna sushi rolls: canned tuna mixed with creamy Kewpie mayonnaise, sriracha, toasted sesame oil, and crunchy scallions. Serve with roasted seaweed sheets or warm rice. Difficulty: Super Easy.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time0 mins
Total Time5 mins
Servings2 servings
Scale Recipe:
📱Keep Screen Awake While Cooking
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) solid white albacore tuna, drained
- 3 tbsp Kewpie or regular mayonnaise & 1 tbsp sriracha
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil & 1 green onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds & roasted seaweed sheets for dipping
Directions
1
Whisk spicy sauce
In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sriracha, and sesame oil until smooth.
2
Fold in tuna and scallions
Add drained tuna and sliced scallions. Stir until coated. Garnish with sesame seeds.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- Using Japanese Kewpie mayo made with egg yolks gives this tuna salad restaurant sushi richness.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories280 kcal
Protein28g
Carbs4g
Total Fat16g
Sodium: 480mg
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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Sarah M.★★★★★
This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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David K.★★★★★
Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zest—delicious.
