Black Bean and Corn Tuna Salad
Bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors, this Black Bean and Corn Tuna Salad is a light, protein-packed meal that's ready in just 15 minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights or a refreshing lunch, this no-cook recipe combines flaky canned tuna with hearty black beans, sweet corn, and juicy cherry tomatoes. A zesty lime and cumin dressing ties it all together, while fresh cilantro and creamy avocado (optional) add a delightful finish. Serve it on its own, or pair it with crispy tortilla chips for a fun, textured twist. Simple, nutritious, and irresistibly delicious, this salad is a must-try for anyone seeking a healthy and satisfying dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna
- 1 15-ounce can, drained and rinsed black beans
- 1 15-ounce can, drained sweet corn kernels
- 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 medium, finely diced red onion
- 0.25 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 medium, juiced lime
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons, or to taste salt
- 0.25 teaspoons, or to taste black pepper
- 1 medium, diced (optional, for garnish) avocado
- 1 bag (optional, for serving) tortilla chips
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, black beans, and corn kernels.
Add the cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro to the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the tuna and vegetable mixture, and gently toss everything together until well combined.
Taste the salad and adjust the salt and pepper, if needed.
If using avocado, gently fold the diced avocado into the salad as a garnish.
Serve the salad immediately as is, or pair it with tortilla chips for added crunch. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
394 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.7 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 29 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 695 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.0 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.3 g | ||
| Protein | 27.0 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 65 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 740 mg | 16% | |
*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.
