Corn Salad with Tuna
Bright, fresh, and irresistibly satisfying, this Corn Salad with Tuna is a no-cook wonder that’s perfect for quick lunches, light dinners, or summer picnics. Featuring tender flaky tuna, sweet bursts of corn, crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a touch of zesty red onion, this easy-to-prepare dish is packed with wholesome flavor. Tossed in a simple yet vibrant dressing of extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and fragrant parsley, this salad delivers a perfect balance of zest, texture, and nutrition. Ready in just 15 minutes and great served chilled or at room temperature, this refreshing tuna and corn salad is a versatile, protein-packed meal that’s sure to become a staple in your meal rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna
- 2 cups sweet corn kernels
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 small red onion
- 2 tablespoons parsley
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna and flake it gently using a fork. Set aside.
If using canned or frozen corn, ensure it is drained and rinsed well under cold water. For fresh corn, cook the kernels briefly in boiling water for 3–5 minutes, then cool and drain.
Wash the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half.
Peel the cucumber, if desired, and dice it into small cubes.
Peel and finely dice the red onion.
Chop the parsley finely.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the tuna, corn, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours for the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
534 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.9 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 28 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 1373 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.3 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.7 g | ||
| Protein | 19.0 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1022 mg | 22% | |
*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.
