Lemon Pepperoncini Tuna Dip

Name: Lemon Pepperoncini Tuna Dip
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 (5 oz) cans tuna, drained; 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced; 2 stalks celery, finely diced; 1/3 cup pepperoncini peppers, chopped; 1/2 cup avocado oil mayonnaise; 1 tbsp Dijon mustard; 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 1 lemon, zested; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese; More fresh dill, for garnish; Pita bread or flatbread, for serving; Pickled red onions, for serving; Lemon wedges, for serving

This lemon pepperoncini tuna dip combines canned tuna with tangy pepperoncini peppers, fresh herbs, and bright lemon zest for a protein-packed dip that comes together in minutes.

🌍American 🏷️Tuna salad 🏷️Tuna dip 🏷️High-protein 🏷️Lunch Appetizer

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Total

10 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$29–$48

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

2 (5 oz) cans tuna, drained
1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
2 stalks celery, finely diced
1/3 cup pepperoncini peppers, chopped
1/2 cup avocado oil mayonnaise
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 lemon, zested
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
More fresh dill, for garnishoptional
Pita bread or flatbread, for servingoptional
Pickled red onions, for servingoptional
Lemon wedges, for servingoptional

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Instructions

1
In a large mixing bowl, add the drained tuna and flake it with a fork.
2
Add the diced red onion, diced celery, and chopped pepperoncini peppers to the bowl.
3
Add the avocado oil mayonnaise and Dijon mustard.
4
Add the chopped fresh dill, parsley, and the zest of one lemon.
5
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6
Mix everything together until well combined.
7
Transfer the tuna dip to a serving dish.
8
Top with crumbled feta cheese and a sprinkle of fresh dill.
9
Serve with pita bread or flatbread, pickled red onions, and lemon wedges.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Drain tuna thoroughly and press gently in a strainer to remove excess moisture—this prevents a watery dip.
Finely dice the red onion and celery small; larger pieces become chewy and detract from the dip's smooth texture.
Zest the lemon before cutting it in half; the oils in the zest add bright flavor that juice alone cannot deliver.
Fold in fresh herbs at the end to preserve their color and flavor—do not overwork the mixture.

Substitutions

Red onion → shallots (milder, slightly sweet)
Pepperoncini peppers → roasted red peppers (milder, no heat) or diced jalapeños (spicier)
Fresh dill → fresh tarragon (anise-forward) or chives (more subtle allium)
Avocado oil mayonnaise → regular mayonnaise or Greek yogurt mixed with mayo (for tanginess)