Thai Tuna Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
0 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
You're going to love this Thai tuna salad because it comes together in just twenty minutes with zero cooking required. I discovered this recipe when I wanted something fresh and protein packed for lunch, and it's become my go to meal prep favorite. The tuna provides lean protein while the vibrant mix of bell peppers, cucumber, and carrots keeps things colorful and crunchy. What really makes it shine is the zesty Thai dressing that combines curry paste, fish sauce, lime, and brown sugar into something absolutely addictive. Best part? It's incredibly budget friendly and uses simple ingredients you probably already have on hand.
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Ingredients
- 400 gtuna
- 200 gmixed greens
- 150 gbell peppers
- 100 gcarrots
- 200 gcucumber
- 50 gred onion
- 2 servingthai red curry paste
- 1 servingfish sauce
- 1 servingsoy sauce
- 1 servingbrown sugar
- 2 servinglime juice
- 100 gpeanuts
- 20 gchopped cilantro
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, bell peppers, carrots, cucumber, and red onion.
Tip: Mix well to combine all the vegetables.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the Thai red curry paste, fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice to make the dressing.
Tip: Adjust the amount of chili flakes to your desired level of spiciness.
- 3
Add the tuna to the bowl with the vegetables and pour the dressing over the top.
Tip: Gently toss to coat the tuna and vegetables evenly.
- 4
Sprinkle the peanuts and chopped cilantro over the top of the salad.
Tip: This adds a nice crunch and freshness to the dish.
- 5
Toss the salad gently to combine.
Tip: Be careful not to break up the tuna.
- 6
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Tip: This allows the salad to chill and the flavors to develop.
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