This Mexican Tuna Salad is delicious and very easy to make. It is packed with tuna, roasted corn, tomatoes, avocados, black beans, onions and tossed in a light and tasty lime dressing. This protein-packed, healthy and easy tuna salad is one everyone will enjoy!
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I am always looking for flavorful and protein-rich salads. I find that tuna is the easiest way to add healthy and lean protein to my meals without having to turn on the oven, stove or grill.
For quite a while I’ve been using Wild Selections Solid White Albacore Tuna in Water. It’s truly the highest quality and tastiest canned tuna. Besides that, there are other things that make me choose Wild Selections® over any other canned seafood product. Here are a few things I love about them:
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Now back to this super tasty Mexican Tuna Salad. The ingredients are simple and the dressing could not be easier to make! I particularly love tuna salads without mayo and this one delivers in flavor. Trust me you will not miss the mayo at all!
Kathy’s Notes
- You can use Wild Selections Solid White Albacore Tuna in Olive Oil for this recipe. Equally amazing and equally delicious!
- You can use regular (non-roasted) corn for this recipe. If frozen, thaw before mixing it with the rest of the ingredients.
- You can eat this salad immediately after tossing (because trust me, who could wait?) but it taste better if it sits for at least 20 minutes so the flavors develop and meld together.
- If your avocado is a bit over-ripe, add just before serving.
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Mexican Tuna Salad
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 2 cans Wild Selections Solid White Albacore Tuna In Water
- 1 (15-ounces) can fire roasted corn, drained (see note1)
- 1 (15-ounces) can black beans, rinsed and well drained
- 1/3 cup diced red onion
- 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoon chopped cilantro
- 1 - 2 avocados, seeded, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
For the Vinaigrette
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 3-4 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
To Make the Vinaigrette
- Whisk the lime juice and olive oil together. Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
To Make the Mexican Tuna Salad
- Place all the ingredients in a bowl. (see note 2)
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to combine. Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste. You can serve immediately or refrigerate covered, for about 20 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Chef's Tips
- Note 1: You can roast corn easily at home. For instructions on how to roast corn, check out this recipe
- Note 2: If you are not serving immediately, you can add the avocado when ready to serve to prevent discoloration.
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West. Mom says
It is very versatile. I made it with tuna one day and chicken another day. Hubby loved it.
Kathy says
Chicken is a good idea! Thanks.
M.Pearce says
Love the tuna as an add on for extra protein! It is such a great idea too. The dressing sounds amazing but also simple and easy. Can’t wait to make this as a health lunch for my family!
Kathy says
Thank you so much.
Kylee from Kylee Cooks says
This looks amazing. Perfect for summer, and such bright vibrant flavors. Great to make ahead for non-boring work lunch!
Kathy says
Thank you! Definitely not boring!
michele says
I really enjoy Mexican corn and bean salad but Im always looking for ways to add more protein! Im super excited because I have everything to make this for my lunch! It sounds delicious!
Kathy says
Thank you!!!