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Tuna Tacos

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From: National Fisheries Institute

Quick Facts

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 15 min.

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Wine Pairings

  1. Pinot Gris and Pinot Grigio
  2. Pinot Noir
Canned tuna and seasoning mix makes a quick taco filling.

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon taco seasoning mix
  • 1 Tablespoon water
  • 1(7.1-oz.) pouch OR 2 - 6 oz. cans drained albacore tuna
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican-style cheese
  • 1 small onion, chopped (about 3/4 cup)
  • 1 cup cabbage mix (red and white cabbage with shredded carrots)
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes
  • 6 corn tortillas
  • fresh salsa
  • lime wedges

Directions

  • In large skillet,combine taco seasoning with water. Cook on medium heat until heated through.
  • Flake in tuna and heat until hot; drain and set aside.
  • Evenly divide tuna mixture among tortilla and top evenly with cheese, onion, cabbage mix and tomatoes. Serve immediately with salsa and lime wedge.
Recipe courtesy of the National Fisheries Institute

Nutrition Facts

Calories 211
  Calories from Fat 81 (38%)
(14%)Total Fat 9g
(24%)Saturated Fat 5g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
(15%)Cholesterol 44mg
(9%)Sodium 214mg
(8%)Potassium 293mg
Total Carbohydrate 12g
(7%)Dietary Fiber 2g
Sugars 2g
Sugar Alcohols 0g
(41%)Protein 21g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Nutrition facts are calculated by a food expert using nutritional values provided by the USDA for common products used as recipe ingredients. Actual nutritional values may differ depending on the amounts or products used and can be affected by cooking methods.

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