Fresh Tuna Salad Recipe ๐ฅ
Overview:
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 16 minutes
Total Time: 36 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of our Fresh Tuna Salad, a delightful ensemble of nutritious ingredients meticulously crafted to tantalize your taste buds. Bursting with freshness and vibrancy, this salad is a perfect blend of succulent tuna, crisp vegetables, zesty lime juice, and tantalizing spices. Whether it’s a quick weeknight dinner or a casual lunch gathering, this recipe promises to elevate your dining experience to new heights. Get ready to savor each mouthful of this wholesome delight!
Ingredients:
- 2 (10-inch) flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 5 1/2 ounces tuna
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 cup low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup plain nonfat yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 cups lettuce, shredded
- 8 roasted bell pepper strips
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1106.725
- Total Fat: 37.85g
- Saturated Fat: 9.975g
- Cholesterol: 243.4mg
- Sodium: 954.8mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 23.725g
- Dietary Fiber: 2.075g
- Sugars: 4.475g
- Protein: 157.525g
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat the oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC). |
| 2 | Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray. |
| 3 | Brush the tortillas on both sides with canola oil, then cut them into 1/4-by-3-inch strips. |
| 4 | Toss the tortilla strips with 1/4 teaspoon of salt and sesame seeds. |
| 5 | Lay the strips out on the prepared baking sheet and toast in the oven for 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, or until they are crisped and lightly browned. |
| 6 | Meanwhile, sprinkle the tuna with the remaining salt, pepper, and ground cumin. |
| 7 | Coat a broiling pan or grill pan with cooking spray, heat, then add the tuna and cook for about 3 minutes on each side for rare, or until cooked to the desired degree of doneness. |
| 8 | Let the tuna stand for 2 to 3 minutes before cutting with the grain into 1/4-inch-thick strips. |
| 9 | In a bowl, combine the low-fat cheddar cheese, plain nonfat yogurt, and lime juice to make the dressing. |
| 10 | Gently toss the tuna with the shredded lettuce and roasted bell pepper strips. |
| 11 | Add the dressing to the salad and mix well. |
| 12 | Divide the salad among 4 dinner plates and top with the tortilla “croutons”. Alternatively, the crisped tortilla chips can be tossed in with the salad just before serving. |
Enjoy Your Culinary Creation! ๐ฝ๏ธ
