Mexican style tuna and corn toast
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Prep Time
10 Minutes
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Cook Time
10 Minutes
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Yield
4
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Difficulty Level
Easy, Quick
Ingredients
- 1 x 185g can Safcol Tuna in Springwater, drained
- 1 cup cooked corn kernels
- ½ cup red capsicum, diced
- 1 spring onion, very finely sliced (keep a few slices to decorate)
- 1 stick celery, finely sliced
- 2 tablespoons good quality mayonnaise
- sea salt and black pepper,freshly ground
- 4 thick slices wholegrain bread
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix the tuna with the vegetables, add the mayo and season to taste.
- Toast the bread. Pile the tuna and vegetable mix on top of each slice of toast and scatter with a few extra slices of spring onion and serve immediately.
| Servings: | 2 |
| Ready in: | 20 Minutes |
| Course: | Lunch, Snack |
| Recipe Type: | Sandwiches & Wraps |
| Ingredient: | Tuna |
Mexican style tuna and corn toast
A vibrant, fresh and full of goodness lunch or snack. These Mexican style tuna and corn toast have crunch, are very easy to make and taste so good.
The combination of ingredients provides your body with a complete meal, meaning it includes all the components a meal should have to promote optimal health. Starting with the Safcol Tuna which is a great source of protein which is needed to repair and make every cell in your body. Tuna is also a good source of iron which is needed for optimal oxygen transport to your cells and around your body and plays a role in keeping your immune system working well. Thirdly, tuna is a source of selenium and iodine which play a role in keeping your thyroid working well. This gland produces hormones and plays a major role in keeping your metabolism functioning as it should.
Corn kernels are a source of vitamins B1 which is needed for energy production from the food which you eat. Also, folate which helps to make and repair DNA, and magnesium which is needed for making proteins, controlling your blood sugar and muscle and nerve function. Red capsicum is a source of vitamin C which keeps your immune system working well. Vitamin C is also needed to make collagen which is needed by your ligaments and tendons and keeps your skin looking youthful.
Onions add antioxidants which play a major role in keeping your immune system working optimally. Onions and celery are a source of potassium which helps to keep your blood pressure at a healthy level. Whole grain bread will provide your body with fibre to keep your gut happy and healthy. Also, B vitamins, iron, copper, magnesium, and zinc. You do not need to be a Master Chef to make a delicious and nutritious meal.
