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April 28, 2022

Mexican Tuna Salad

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Mexican Tuna Salad spices up a classic, for a high-protein lunch or snack. Tomatoes, avocado, taco sauce, sour cream and lime juice help make this salad a hit.

Mexican tuna salad served in avocado halves with tortilla chips for dipping
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I don’t make it often, but tuna salad is one of my favorite things to make for lunch. And Mexican is my favorite “theme” to serve for dinner (if I had to choose). So it makes sense for me to combine the two. Turns out, Mexican-style flavors work really well with tuna. I enjoyed this Mexican Tuna Salad scooped into an avocado half, served with corn tortilla chips for dipping. This is a tasty, healthy lunch or snack option that can work for those who are carb-conscious too. Simply replace the tortilla chips with sliced red bell peppers for dipping.

Ingredients for Mexican Tuna Salad Recipe

  • Wild Caught Albacore White Tuna – use two, 6.4 ounce pouches; there is no need to drain them
  • Mayonnaise – I like Duke’s or Hellman’s the best
  • Sour Cream – lightens the dressing a bit instead of using all mayonnaise, plus goes along with the Mexican theme
  • Taco Sauce – Taco Bell Mild Sauce is the absolute best taco sauce, in my opinion
  • Lemon Juice – the lemon juice adds flavor and helps to prevent the fresh avocado from turning brown
  • Lime Juice – the lime juice pairs well with the avocado, lime, cilantro and taco sauce for a familiar, Mexican-style flavor
  • Pickled Jalapeno Peppers – I use the canned slices of jalapeño that are commonly used as a topping for nachos
  • Salt
  • Avocado – use one small avocado; here is a helpful tutorial for how to cut an avocado
  • Tomato – use a sharp knife to help finely chop the tomato

Mexican tuna salad plated with lettuce leaves and tortilla chips for dipping

How to make Mexican Tuna Salad

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, taco sauce, lemon and lime juices and salt until smooth. Add the finely chopped jalapeño pepper and stir until combined.

In a larger bowl, add the tuna and use a fork to break it up. Add the chopped avocado and tomato. Add the mayonnaise and taco sauce dressing and stir until well combined.

This salad can be stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. I do not recommend freezing this recipe.

taking a bite of Mexican tuna salad

Do I have to use cilantro?

Genetics are why people either love or hate cilantro. If you are one of those who are turned off by cilantro because it tastes like soap, definitely skip the cilantro in this recipe. It will still taste delicious without it.

How many calories are in a 1/2 cup of tuna salad?

In 1/2 cup of my recipe for Mexican Tuna Salad, there are about 194 calories. I personally like a more generous serving, so the recipe card is calculated for 4 servings, which is a generous 3/4 cup. So if you divide this recipe into four servings, it’s 258 calories. Either way, it’s a relatively healthy meal that is packed with protein.

Is tuna salad a good source of protein?

Yes! A 4-ounce serving of water-packed, Albacore (white) tuna contains about 26 grams of protein. And the addition of fresh avocado to this tuna salad recipe increases both the protein and healthy fat content per serving.

Kitchen Tips

  • Tomatoes not so ripe at the store? Here’s three ways to ripen a tomato at home.
  • My favorite pairing knife for chopping tomatoes.
  • Chef’s knife for helping to prepare the avocado.
  • Brand of tuna I use in this recipe.

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Mexican Tuna Salad

Mexican Tuna Salad spices up a classic, for a high-protein lunch or snack. Tomatoes, avocado, taco sauce, sour cream and lime juice help make this salad a hit.
Course Lunch
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 258kcal
Author Foodtastic Mom

Ingredients

  • 12.8 oz Albacore (white) tuna Use two, 6.4 ounce pouches
  • 1 small avocado chopped
  • 1 small tomato chopped
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp taco sauce
  • 1 tbsp sour cream
  • 4 pickled jalapeño slices finely chopped
  • 2 tsp lemon juice
  • 2 tsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp chopped cilantro optional

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, taco sauce, lemon and lime juices and salt until smooth. Add the finely chopped jalapeño pepper and stir until combined.
  • In a larger bowl, add the tuna and use a fork to break it up. Add the chopped avocado and tomato. Add the mayonnaise and taco sauce dressing and stir until well combined.
  • This salad can be stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. I do not recommend freezing this recipe. 

Nutrition

Calories: 258kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 367mg | Potassium: 309mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 290IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg

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  1. Kechi says

    April 28, 2022 at 9:17 pm

    5 stars
    OMG, this looks so tasty. I have bookmarked to make later. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      April 28, 2022 at 9:43 pm

      You’re very welcome. Enjoy!

      Reply
  2. Casey says

    April 28, 2022 at 11:06 pm

    5 stars
    I LOVE tuna made this for a lunch meal prep! Super easy and fantastic lunch!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      May 01, 2022 at 3:10 pm

      Glad you enjoyed the tuna salad! Thanks for taking the time to leave a review!

      Reply
  3. Ieva says

    April 29, 2022 at 3:15 am

    5 stars
    This was a great change from our usual tuna salad! Loved the avocado with it and the spicy kick from the jalapenos! Great recipe 🙂

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      April 29, 2022 at 11:40 am

      The flavors all work so well together. I’m happy you enjoyed this recipe too!

      Reply
  4. Amanda Wren-Grimwood says

    April 29, 2022 at 3:41 am

    5 stars
    I am just thinking that this would be great in sandwiches and jackets too. Definitely making this.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      May 16, 2022 at 2:29 pm

      I tried this Mexican Tuna Salad as a sandwich too and loved it!

      Reply
  5. Iryna says

    April 29, 2022 at 5:17 am

    5 stars
    I like the combination of tuna and mayonnaise. So creamy and delicious dish. Thank you for the recipe!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      May 16, 2022 at 2:29 pm

      You’re welcome!

      Reply
  6. Neha says

    April 29, 2022 at 1:31 pm

    5 stars
    Wo this one looks like an amazing salad recipe to me! I am loving all the fresh flavors that you used here!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      May 16, 2022 at 2:28 pm

      Thank you so much, enjoy!

      Reply
  7. Anita says

    May 01, 2022 at 8:00 pm

    5 stars
    This is a change of flavor from my usual tuna salad, but in a really good way. It’s also great for making tuna sandwiches.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      May 01, 2022 at 10:31 pm

      It is a great sandwich! Coincidentally, I used the leftovers from my test recipe as tuna melts for dinner the next night. It was fantastic!

      Reply
  8. SM says

    May 02, 2022 at 2:25 am

    5 stars
    This wonderful tuna salad is perfect for a nutritious lunch. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      May 02, 2022 at 10:54 am

      It most certainly is. You’re welcome!

      Reply
  9. Ana F. says

    May 02, 2022 at 2:49 am

    5 stars
    This tuna salad turned out delicious and it’s so easy to make! Packed with flavor and protein too… thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      May 16, 2022 at 2:28 pm

      You’re very welcome!

      Reply
  10. Anjali says

    May 02, 2022 at 3:43 am

    5 stars
    Love this Mexican twist on a traditional tuna salad! It looks delicious and it would make the perfect healthy weekday lunch too!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      May 03, 2022 at 11:30 am

      It’s quick and easy to make for any day of the week!

      Reply
  11. Tayler says

    July 13, 2022 at 4:59 pm

    5 stars
    I made this tuna salad for lunch today and it was incredible! Thanks so much for sharing the recipe!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      July 13, 2022 at 11:25 pm

      I’m so happy you liked it. Thanks so much for taking the time to rate and comment!

      Reply
  12. www.fooddoz.com says

    August 10, 2022 at 9:33 am

    Thanks for the Mexican Tuna Salad recipe.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      August 11, 2022 at 10:22 am

      You’re welcome.

      Reply

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