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Cilantro Lime Tuna Salad

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Cilantro Lime Tuna Salad

This Easy Tuna Salad Recipe is boosted with zesty lime and fresh cilantro. Enjoy it as a refreshing salad on its own, or use it as a filling for sandwiches or wraps for a quick and satisfying meal. 

Ingredients

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  • 2 (6 oz) cans tuna in water ( (liquid drained))
  • 1/3 cup red onion, small dice
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 3/4 cup  finely chopped fresh cilantro  ((stems included))
  • 1 lime, juice of
  • 1/3 cup mayo
  • 2 teaspoons mustard (I used my bold homemade mustard recipe)
  • 1 pickled jalapeno, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons pickled jalapeno brine
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarse black pepper

Instructions

  1. Start by draining the cans of tuna and adding them to a mixing bowl. Place bowl of tuna aside.
  2. In a separate small bowl, mix the onion, garlic, cilantro, juice of the lime, mayo, mustard,  pickled jalapeno, brine, salt, and pepper to create a dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the tuna and gently mix until all ingredients are well combined.
  4. Enjoy right away. Serve with whole-grain bread, a wrap, or a bed of lettuce.

Find it online: https://crave-worthy.com/cilantro-lime-tuna-salad/