Indian Tuna Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and protein-packed Indian Tuna Salad, a refreshing twist on a classic favorite. Bursting with bold flavors, this easy-to-make recipe combines flaked tuna with crisp vegetables like red onion, cucumber, and tomato, all brought together by a creamy, spiced yogurt dressing infused with cumin, coriander, and turmeric. Fresh cilantro and a hint of lime juice add zesty brightness, while an optional green chili delivers a tantalizing touch of heat. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for a light lunch, quick dinner, or party appetizer, this versatile dish can be served on its own, as a sandwich filling, or paired with crackers for a flavorful snack. Healthy, satisfying, and loaded with Indian-inspired spices, this tuna salad will quickly become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna (in water, drained)
• 0.5 medium, finely chopped red onion
• 1 medium, finely chopped tomato
• 0.5 medium, finely chopped cucumber
• 0.25 cup, finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 small, finely chopped (optional) green chili
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 tablespoons plain yogurt (or Greek yogurt)
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.25 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
• 0.25 teaspoon (adjust to taste) black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, add the drained canned tuna. Use a fork to gently flake it into smaller pieces.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped red onion, tomato, cucumber, fresh cilantro, and green chili (if using) to the tuna.

Step 3

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by mixing the lime juice, plain yogurt, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently toss everything together until it is evenly coated with the spices and yogurt.

Step 5

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice as per your preference.

Step 6

Serve immediately as a salad on its own, as a filling for sandwiches or wraps, or as a topping for crackers. Enjoy this healthy and flavorful Indian-inspired tuna salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	482.2 grams (482.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	206

Total Fat 2.90g	4%
Saturated Fat 0.70g	3%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 22mg	7%
Sodium 2557mg	111%
Total Carbohydrate 28.50g	10%
Dietary Fiber 4.70g	17%
Total Sugars 17.00g
Protein 20.50g	41%

Vitamin D 45IU	227%
Calcium 138mg	11%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 925mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 11.8%

Protein: 36.9%

Carbs: 51.3%