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Ensalada de Atún

Cultural Context

Ensalada de Atún is a popular dish in Mexico, often enjoyed as a light meal or appetizer. It showcases the country's love for fresh ingredients and flavors, combining tuna with colorful vegetables and zesty lime. This salad is a staple in many households and is frequently served during gatherings or casual lunches. Variations exist, with some adding fruits like apples or nuts for extra texture.

MexicanMXmain
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 cans (5 oz each) tuna
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 medium onion
2 medium tomatoes
1 medium cucumber
1 medium bell pepper
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup cilantro
1 medium avocado
4 cups lettuce

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

tuna

🥗Healthier: canned salmon

💰Cheaper: canned mackerel

Canned mackerel is often less expensive and has a similar texture

1

Drain the tuna and place it in a mixing bowl.

2

Chop the onion, tomato, cucumber, and bell pepper into small pieces.

3

Add the chopped vegetables to the bowl with the tuna.

4

Squeeze lime juice over the mixture to add flavor.

5

Add mayonnaise and mix until well combined.

6

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

7

Chop cilantro and fold it into the salad.

8

Slice avocado and set aside for serving.

9

Prepare a bed of lettuce on a serving plate.

10

Spoon the tuna salad over the lettuce.

11

Top with avocado slices before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Tuna Salad
Local Name: Ensalada de Atún

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