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Viral Mexican Tuna Salad

This viral Mexican tuna salad is fresh, creamy, and packed with flavor. Made with avocado, lime, jalapeño, and cilantro, it’s the perfect easy meal for lunch, meal prep, or entertaining.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Author: natasha

Ingredients

  • 2 large cans albacore tuna drained very well
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely diced
  • 1 jalapeño finely chopped (remove seeds for less heat, keep for more spice)
  • 1/3 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1/2 cup tomatoes diced
  • 1 ripe avocado diced
  • Juice of 1–2 limes
  • 1 cup mayonnaise to preference
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Add the drained tuna to a large bowl and gently break it up with a fork, keeping some texture.
  • Add the red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, tomatoes, and avocado.
  • Squeeze in the fresh lime juice, then add the mayonnaise. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Gently fold everything together until combined. Be careful not to overmix so the avocado stays intact and the texture remains fresh and chunky.
  • Taste and adjust as needed. Add more lime juice for brightness, more mayo for creaminess, or salt to bring everything together.
  • Let the tuna salad sit for about 10–15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to develop. It can also be stored in the fridge and enjoyed the next day.