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Mixed mexican tuna salad in a bowl with a tortilla chip in it.

High Protein Mexican Tuna Salad


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  • Author: Amy Estes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4-5 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This amazing Mexican tuna salad is creamy, crunchy, colorful and packed with protein! It is a fun spin on classic tuna salad and will be your new go-to recipe! Scoop it up with tortilla chips or fresh cut veggies or pile it on some toasted whole grain bread!


Ingredients

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  • 2 (5oz) cans tuna, drained
  • ⅓ cup black beans – drained and rinsed
  • ⅓ cup cherry tomatoes – sliced
  • ⅓ cup diced green/red bell pepper
  • ⅓ cup corn
  • ¼ cup diced red onion
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro

For the dressing

  • 2 tablespoons pickle juice
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • ⅓ cup light mayo
  • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2.5 teaspoons taco seasoning 
  • Salt and pepper – to taste


Instructions

 

Notes

  • Use any type of tuna you like. 
  • Any raw veggies will work in this recipe.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Give it a good stir before enjoying it to wake up all of the Mexican flavors. 
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Cuisine: Mexican