Tuna Fiesta Salad
Bursting with vibrant colors and bold flavors, this Tuna Fiesta Salad is the ultimate quick and healthy lunch or dinner option. Packed with protein from canned tuna and black beans, a medley of fresh vegetables like crispy romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crunchy red bell pepper, plus creamy avocado for a touch of indulgence, this salad is as nourishing as it is delicious. A tangy lime-cumin dressing ties everything together, while a sprinkle of cilantro and optional crunchy tortilla chips add extra zest and texture. Perfect for busy weeknights or light summer meals, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes and is a surefire way to liven up your salad game. With its fiesta of flavors and nutritious ingredients, this dish is sure to be a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups canned tuna (in water, drained)
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup yellow corn (frozen or fresh, cooked)
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup tortilla chips (for serving, optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, corn, black beans, red bell pepper, and tuna.
Gently fold in the diced avocado to avoid mashing it.
If desired, add the chopped cilantro for an extra burst of fresh flavor.
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 salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately, topped with crushed tortilla chips for extra crunch if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2176 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.4 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 167 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 3076 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 204.2 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.1 g | 168% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.3 g | ||
| Protein | 163.4 g | 327% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.4 mcg | 47% | |
| Calcium | 428 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 4927 mg | 105% | |
*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.
