Southwest Tuna Salad

Bright, zesty, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Southwest Tuna Salad is a refreshing twist on classic tuna salad with a bold Tex-Mex flair. Featuring tender chunks of protein-rich canned tuna, black beans, sweet corn, and crunchy red bell pepper, every bite bursts with vibrant flavors. A creamy dressing made from tangy Greek yogurt, a hint of mayo, fresh lime juice, and a blend of smoky Southwest spices ties it all together. Quick and ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is perfect for meal prep or a satisfying lunch. Serve it as a salad over mixed greens, in a tortilla wrap, or with creamy slices of avocado for a nutritious meal that’s as versatile as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna (in water)
• 1 15-ounce can black beans
• 1 cup corn kernels (frozen or canned)
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 small red onion, finely diced
• 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped
• 1 lime, juiced
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (plain, unsweetened)
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 avocado (optional, for serving)
• 2 cups mixed greens (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned tuna and place it in a large mixing bowl. Use a fork to flake the tuna into smaller pieces.

Step 2

Drain and rinse the black beans, then add them to the bowl with the tuna.

Step 3

If using frozen corn, thaw it first. If using canned corn, drain it. Add the corn to the bowl.

Step 4

Add the diced red bell pepper, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro to the bowl.

Step 5

In a smaller bowl, whisk together the lime juice, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the tuna and vegetable mixture. Gently fold everything together until evenly coated.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more lime juice or salt to taste if desired.

Step 8

Serve immediately on a bed of mixed greens, in a wrap, or alongside sliced avocado for a wholesome meal.

Step 9

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1783.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1360.2

Total Fat 53.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 55.5mg	0%
Sodium 2875.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 163.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 56.7g	0%
Total Sugars 33.2g
Protein 69.8g	0%

Vitamin D 113.4IU	0%
Calcium 784.4mg	0%
Iron 18.3mg	0%
Potassium 3460.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.0%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 46.2%