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Mexican Tuna Salad

Mexican Tuna Salad, or ensalada de etun, is fresh and flavorful and full of color. This easy lunch recipe is packed with protein.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: All Recipes, Lunch, Seafood
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 380kcal
Author: Sarah Baumeister

Ingredients

  • 2 5 oz. tuna cans drained
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup red bell pepper small dice
  • ¼ cup frozen corn
  • 2 tbsp. cilantro chopped
  • ¼ cup red onion small dice
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1 tsp. cumin
  • 1 jalapeno finely diced

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, add drained tuna and mash with a fork to break it up slightly.
  • Add diced red onion, diced bell pepper, chopped cilantro, corn kernels, finely chopped jalapeño pepper, lime juice, cumin, and mayo.
  • Gently toss everything together until the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing. Add salt to taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 563mg | Potassium: 538mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1702IU | Vitamin C: 43mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 5mg