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Tropical Tuna Salad recipe

Tropical Tuna Salad

Discover the taste of summer all year long with our Tropical Tuna Salad! This vibrant dish combines fresh vegetables and savory tuna for a satisfying and nutritious meal. Perfect for lunch or a light dinner, it’s a delightful way to enjoy wholesome ingredients that will brighten your day.

Cuisine ,
Courses ,
Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 30 mins Rest Time: 120 mins Total Time: 2 hrs 30 mins
Servings 4
Estimated Cost $  10
Calories 320
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Dietary Gluten-Free, Low-Carb, Plant-Based
Description

Discover the taste of summer all year long with our Tropical Tuna Salad! This vibrant dish combines fresh vegetables and savory tuna for a satisfying and nutritious meal. Perfect for lunch or a light dinner, it’s a delightful way to enjoy wholesome ingredients that will brighten your day.

Ingredients for Tropical Tuna Salad
    Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups Lettuce
  • 2 cans (170 grams each) Canned tuna in oil
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 30 grams Lime juice
  • 1 unit Cucumber
  • 1 unit Green bell pepper
  • 4 units Tomatoes
  • 4 tablespoons Vinegar
Instructions
    Preparation Steps
  1. Step-by-Step Guide

    Pre-preparation: Chop the onion. Remove seeds from the tomatoes and cut them into cubes. Remove seeds from the green bell pepper and cut it into cubes. Peel the cucumber, remove the seeds, and cut it into small cubes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Add chopped parsley and green onions to your liking. In a bowl, combine all the ingredients except for the lettuce. Add the tuna and mix well. Cover with plastic wrap and let it rest for 2 hours. Arrange the lettuce leaves in a serving bowl and top them with the tuna salad.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1160kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 57.0g88%
Saturated Fat 9.4g47%
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 61mg21%
Sodium 1466.2mg62%
Potassium 3236.6mg93%
Total Carbohydrate 53.2g18%
Dietary Fiber 13.8g56%
Sugars 28.0g
Protein 110.5g221%
Vitamin A 686.62 IU
Vitamin C 194.61 mg
Calcium 263.53 mg
Iron 10.45 mg
Vitamin D 22.78 IU
Vitamin E 10.51 IU
Vitamin K 487.71 mcg
Thiamin 0.64 mg
Riboflavin 0.80 mg
Niacin 46.89 mg
Vitamin B6 1.47 mg
Folate 308.00 mcg
Vitamin B12 7.48 mcg
Phosphorus 1382.06 mg
Magnesium 252.87 mg
Zinc 5.31 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Great for meal prep, this salad can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days!

Keywords: Tuna Salad, Healthy, Fresh, Summer Dish
Read it online: https://bitechase.com/recipe/tropical-tuna-salad/

Enjoy your Tropical Tuna Salad with your favorite dressing or simply as is. It’s versatile and delicious!