Indian Tuna Salad
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
My favorite way to use canned tuna is in this Indian tuna salad, which comes together in just 45 minutes start to finish. The beauty of this dish is how simple it is, yet it feels fancy enough for lunch guests. I love combining fresh vegetables like crisp cucumbers and juicy tomatoes with aromatic Indian spices that transform basic tuna into something truly special. Tuna is packed with protein and omega 3 fatty acids, which are wonderful for heart health, so you're getting nutrition alongside amazing flavor. Best of all, it's budget friendly since most of these spices are pantry staples, and everything comes together quickly without any complicated cooking techniques.
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Ingredients
- 400tuna
- 237 mlonion
- 237 mlcucumber
- 237 mltomato
- 2 teaspoonsindian spices
- 1 teaspooncumin powder
- 1 teaspooncoriander powder
- 1 teaspoongaram masala
- 1 teaspoonsalt
- 1 teaspoonpepper
- 200 mlmayonnaise
- 2 tablespoonslime juice
- 237 mlchopped cilantro
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Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the tuna, onion, cucumber, tomato, and Indian spices. Mix well.
- 2
Add the cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Mix again.
- 3
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and lime juice. Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and mix well.
Tip: Adjust the amount of lime juice to your taste.
- 4
Stir in the chopped cilantro.
Tip: Adjust the amount to your taste.
- 5
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 6
Just before serving, give the salad a good stir and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- 7
Serve the Indian Tuna Salad chilled, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.
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