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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
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon mustard
2 cans (5 oz each) tuna
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
2 Roma tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
4 cups lettuce, shredded
1 bell pepper, diced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup jalapeno chips, for garnish

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

Add Mayo and mustard to a bowl to serve as a marinade.

2

Break the tuna and mix it with the mayo and mustard.

3

Set the tuna mixture aside.

4

Cut the red onion, Roma tomatoes, and cilantro, keeping the stems for flavor.

5

Mix the chopped vegetables together.

6

Add lettuce, pepper, and salt to the mixture and combine everything well.

7

Serve with jalapeno chips.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

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Also Known As

Tuna Salad
Local Name: Ensalada de Atún

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