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Baked Potato with Tuna Mayo

Crispy baked potatoes stuffed with a creamy, savory tuna and sweetcorn filling. A staple British lunch classic that comes together with minimal effort.

70 minEasyServes 2460 cal/serving

BritishLunchOvenPescatarianHigh FiberHigh ProteinHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 2 russet potato, scrubbed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1 can canned tuna in water, drained
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup canned sweetcorn, drained
  • 2 tbsp red onion, diced
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper, ground
  • 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400F (200C). Prick 2 scrubbed russet potato all over with a fork, rub with 1 tbsp olive oil, and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp fine sea salt.

  2. 2

    Place potatoes directly on oven rack and bake for 50 to 60 minutes until skin is crisp and potato inside is tender.

  3. 3

    In a medium bowl, combine 1 can drained canned tuna in water, 3 tbsp mayonnaise, 1/4 cup drained canned sweetcorn, 2 tbsp diced red onion, and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper until smooth.

  4. 4

    Slice baked potatoes lengthwise down the middle, press ends inward to open, and top with the tuna filling.

  5. 5

    Garnish with 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives and serve immediately.

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Questions

What temperature do I cook Baked Potato with Tuna Mayo at?

For Baked Potato with Tuna Mayo, the oven is set to 400 F (about 205 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 1 hour, in step 2.

What should Baked Potato with Tuna Mayo look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 2: cook until skin is crisp and potato inside is tender.

Does Baked Potato with Tuna Mayo contain fish?

Yes: 1 can canned tuna in water, drained. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs and fish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Baked Potato with Tuna Mayo?

One serving (the recipe makes 2) is about 460 calories, with 26 g protein, 54 g carbohydrate and 16 g fat, plus 6 g fiber and 590 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Baked Potato with Tuna Mayo?

Refrigerate what is left of Baked Potato with Tuna Mayo within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it. Potatoes turn grainy in the freezer, so keep this one in the refrigerator.

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