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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
4 cans tuna in water
romaine lettuce
cucumber
tomato
red onion
serrano chili
lime juice from 2-3 limes
salt
black pepper
olive oil
canola oil
garlic
dried chili
fresh rosemary

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

Open 4 cans of tuna in water and drain them.

2

Chop the romaine lettuce into strips.

3

Cut the cucumber into small cubes without peeling it, removing the seeds.

4

Chop the tomato into small cubes, similar in size to the cucumber.

5

Slice the red onion into feather-like strips.

6

Remove the seeds from the serrano chili and finely chop it.

7

Juice 2-3 limes, depending on their size, and set aside.

8

Cut the avocado into cubes.

9

In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, chopped lettuce, cucumber, tomato, red onion, and serrano chili.

10

Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste.

11

Add 2-3 tablespoons of the aromatic oil to the mixture and stir to combine.

12

Gently fold in the avocado and lime juice to avoid mashing the avocado.

13

Plate the salad and serve immediately.

Cooking Techniques

mixingchopping

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlknifecutting boardserving plate

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-freegluten-free

Allergens

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Also Known As

Tuna Salad
Local Name: Ensalada de Atún

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