Recipe

5-Minute Tuna Rice Salad

Leftovers turned fresh in 5 minutes! Try this quick Tuna Rice Salad — light, flavorful, and ready when you are.​ ✨ Rice Hack #1: Fluff cold rice with a fork and a splash of water for that just-cooked texture.​ ⚠️ Rice Hack #2: Cool rice quickly, store airtight, and only reheat what you’ll eat.​

5 Prep min 2 Serves

Method

  1. Refresh the rice: Add 2 tablespoons of water to the cold rice and reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop until warm and fluffy.
  2. Combine ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the warmed rice, tuna, scallions, celery, red onion, and dill.​
  3. Dress the salad: Stir in mayonnaise (or sour cream), chili sauce, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.​
  4. Serve: Mix well and enjoy immediately as a light, satisfying meal.​

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