Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 3 cans tuna (Wild Planet Albacore Tuna recommended)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1 cup canned corn
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Dressing and Seasoning
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1/3 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the drained tuna, diced red bell pepper, seeded and diced jalapeno, diced red onion, canned corn, black beans, and chopped cilantro. This will form the base of your salad with fresh and colorful ingredients.
- Add Dressing and Seasoning: Pour in the lime juice, plain non-fat Greek yogurt, and mayonnaise. Sprinkle the salt, cumin, chili powder, paprika, and garlic powder over the mixture. Stir thoroughly to evenly combine all ingredients, ensuring the spices and creamy elements coat everything well.
- Serve: Enjoy the salad immediately served with tortilla chips, inside a wrap, or atop a bed of greens as a hearty salad. It offers versatility depending on your preference.
- Store: Transfer leftovers to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This keeps the salad fresh and flavors intact for quick meals ahead.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, keep the jalapeno seeds or add extra chili powder.
- Use low-fat or light mayonnaise to reduce calories further.
- Swap out black beans for kidney beans for variation.
- This salad pairs well with whole grain tortilla chips or wraps for added fiber.
- Make sure to rinse canned beans thoroughly to reduce sodium content.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Low Fat
