Tuna Salad With Black Beans Recipe

A quick and easy high-protein tuna salad recipe, perfect for a light lunch or dinner! This recipe combines the familiar flavors of tuna salad with a boost of protein and fiber from black beans. Enjoy it on bread, crackers, lettuce wraps, or even with pork rinds for a low-carb option. Easily customizable to your taste, this recipe is a family favorite.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 337.1 kcal
Protein 53g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tuna Salad With Black Beans

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How to Make Tuna Salad With Black Beans

  1. Drain and rinse one 15-ounce can of black beans. Gently mash about 1/3 of the beans with a fork; leave some whole for texture.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine two 5-ounce cans of tuna (drained), the mashed and whole black beans, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a healthier option), 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon chili powder, salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Stir gently to combine all ingredients. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more mayonnaise or lime juice for desired consistency.
  4. Serve immediately on your favorite bread, crackers, lettuce cups, or with pork rinds. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

24g

Carbs

8g