
Tex-Mex Tuna Salad Recipe
Tex-Mex tuna salad creates a fantastic recipe perfect for tuna fish tacos, incorporating southwestern flavors into seafood preparation for exciting fusion results with convenient preparation. This innovative combination demonstrates how regional flavors can enhance familiar ingredients while the taco application provides creative serving suggestions. The Tex-Mex influence adds spice and complexity while maintaining tuna's accessibility and convenience.

This is a great recipe for tuna fish tacos.
Ingredients
2 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained and flaked
½ cup sliced black olives
½ cup sliced green onion
½ cup sliced celery
⅔ cup salsa
½ cup sour cream
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ head iceberg lettuce, shredded
12 medium taco shells
Directions
In a large bowl, combine the tuna, olives, green onions and celery; toss together.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the salsa, sour cream and cumin. Pour over tuna mixture; lightly toss to mix.
Line taco shells with shredded lettuce and spoon tuna mixture into shells. Drizzle with additional salsa or top with additional sour cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
263 | Calories |
12g | Fat |
25g | Carbs |
15g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 263 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 12g | 16% |
Saturated Fat 4g | 21% |
Cholesterol 21mg | 7% |
Sodium 438mg | 19% |
Total Carbohydrate 25g | 9% |
Dietary Fiber 3g | 11% |
Total Sugars 3g | |
Protein 15g | 29% |
Vitamin C 4mg | 4% |
Calcium 97mg | 7% |
Iron 2mg | 13% |
Potassium 399mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.