Thai Tuna Ww 6 Pointsplus
Experience the vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia with this Thai Tuna Salad, a quick and wholesome recipe that's perfect for lunch or a light dinner. Packed with protein-rich canned tuna, crisp veggies like red bell pepper, shredded carrot, and cucumber, and a zesty dressing made with lime juice, sesame oil, and a touch of Sriracha, this dish offers the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and spicy notes. At just 6 PointsPlus, it's a Weight Watchers-friendly recipe that’s on the table in just 15 minutes, requiring no cooking at all. Serve it in crunchy lettuce leaves for a fresh, low-carb twist, or enjoy it straight from the bowl. Whether you're meal-prepping or seeking a healthy, flavorful option, this Thai-inspired tuna salad will not disappoint!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna (packed in water)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Sriracha
- 0.5 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 cup carrot, shredded
- 0.5 cup cucumber, diced
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 6 leaves lettuce leaves (optional, for serving)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna and transfer it to a large mixing bowl. Use a fork to flake the tuna into smaller pieces.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and Sriracha until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the tuna and toss gently to coat evenly.
Add the diced red bell pepper, shredded carrot, diced cucumber, green onions, and chopped cilantro to the tuna. Mix gently until all ingredients are evenly combined.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve the Thai Tuna salad on its own or spoon it into lettuce leaves for a low-carb option.
Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
193 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.7 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 642 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 26.5 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 43 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 451 mg | 10% | |
*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.
