Friday, August 8, 2025

Mexican Tuna Salad

 A twist on traditional tuna salad, this recipe combines classic Mexican flavors with the simplicity of canned tuna.


INGREDIENTS

4 4-ounce can tuna in water, drained

1 can black beans, drained and rinsed

1 cup corn, frozen or canned, drained

1 red bell pepper, diced

1/2 red onion, diced

1/2 cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced

1/4 cup diced pickled jalapenos

3 Tablespoons sour cream

3 Tablespoons mayonnaise

1 Tablespoon fresh lime juice

1/2 tsp ground cumin

1/2 tsp. smoked paprika

1/2 tsp. chili powder

Salt and Pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

In large bowl, combine the tuna, black beans, corn, red onion, red pepper, cucumber and pickled jalapenos.

In small bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt and pepper until smooth.

Pour the dressing over the salad and mix gently until everything is coated evenly.

Serve on top of chopped lettuce with tortilla chips.

Also, good in a wrap!