Zesty Sweet Corn & Shredded Tuna Salad

Zesty Sweet Corn & Shredded Tuna Salad

Pescatarian • Dairy-Free • Gluten-FreeNo-Cook • Under 15 MinsHigh ProteinLunch
Easy
10minutes
310kcal
1person

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A light and refreshing no-cook salad featuring shredded tuna, crisp sweet corn, and juicy tomatoes tossed over fresh mixed greens.

If you are looking for a light, refreshing, and protein-packed meal that requires absolutely zero cooking, this Zesty Sweet Corn & Shredded Tuna Salad is exactly what you need. Because shredded tuna has a finer texture, it loves to soak up bright, acidic dressings, making it incredibly flavorful in every single bite. By combining your canned tuna with crisp, juicy kernels from your sweet corn can, you get a beautiful contrast of textures and a touch of natural sweetness that perfectly balances the savory fish. This Zesty Sweet Corn & Shredded Tuna Salad is built on a vibrant bed of highly perishable mixed salad greens, ensuring your fresh produce is put to excellent use before it wilts. The addition of freshly diced tomatoes and a sharp bite of red onion brings this dish to life, giving it a classic garden-fresh feel without feeling heavy. The dressing is wonderfully simple, relying just on your fresh lemon juice, a drizzle of rich olive oil, and a dash of salt and black pepper to tie everything together. Whether you need a quick work-from-home lunch or a breezy, healthy dinner, this Zesty Sweet Corn & Shredded Tuna Salad comes together in under ten minutes. It is naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and incredibly satisfying while remaining entirely olive-free!

Ingredients

  • 75 g Mixed Salad (about 2 cups loosely packed)
  • 1 can Shredded Tuna (drained)
  • 80 g Sweet Corn (about 1/2 cup)
  • 1 count Tomato (medium sized)
  • 0.25 count Red Onion (medium sized)
  • 0.5 count Lemon (juice of half a lemon)
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 0.25 tsp Salt (to taste)
  • 0.25 tsp Black Pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. 1
    Open and drain the excess liquid from both the shredded tuna and the sweet corn.
  2. 2
    Dice the tomato into bite-sized chunks and thinly slice the red onion.
  3. 3
    In a small bowl, whisk together the freshly squeezed lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
  4. 4
    In a mixing bowl, gently toss the drained shredded tuna, sweet corn, diced tomato, and sliced red onion with the prepared dressing.
  5. 5
    Place a generous handful of the mixed salad onto your serving plate.
  6. 6
    Spoon the seasoned shredded tuna mixture directly over the mixed salad and serve immediately.

Chef's Tips

  • If you want a slightly creamier texture, you can add a teaspoon of your mayonnaise to the tuna mixture before serving.
  • To take the sharp bite out of the red onion, let the slices sit in the lemon juice for a few minutes before mixing everything together.

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