Mexican Tuna Salad is a vibrant, zesty twist on the classic tuna salad, packed with fresh vegetables, bold flavors, and a hint of spice. This salad combines protein-rich tuna with crunchy bell peppers, creamy avocado, and tangy lime juice, all tossed with a light dressing of olive oil and cilantro. A touch of jalapeño adds just the right amount of heat, while corn and black beans bring a satisfying heartiness. Perfect for a quick lunch, a light dinner, or as a filling for tacos or lettuce wraps, this healthy and delicious salad is bursting with fresh Mexican flavors.
Ingredients:
- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna, drained
- 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 small red bell pepper, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: tortilla chips or lettuce wraps for serving
Instructions:
- Prepare the salad: In a large bowl, combine the drained tuna, black beans, corn, diced bell pepper, avocado, red onion, and jalapeño.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
- Toss the salad: Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently toss everything together until well combined. Adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed.
- Serve: Serve the Mexican Tuna Salad with tortilla chips, in lettuce wraps, or as a filling for tacos or sandwiches.
This Mexican Tuna Salad is light, refreshing, and full of bold flavors, making it a perfect go-to meal for a quick, healthy bite!
