Atun

Sometimes it is hard to find healthy foods that make you feel like you’re eating something filling and worthwhile. Pizza is filling and satisfying. Some nice greasy tacos will never get old! Sometimes though it is important to chill out on the cheese and fried foods and eat a clean fresh tasting snack. Atun is something that my mother had always made for me when I was little after my soccer games or even when I came home from school. We all get the afternoon munchies, it’s ok, that’s normal. As I got older, and realized that the food I ate actually impacted my health, I understood why my mom would make this so often. It was filling, gave me enough energy to go through the day and it was really simple to make. Atun was definitely a go to for me when I was in college because I was still too scared to use a stove. All I had to do was cut up a few veggies, squeeze some lime and it was done.

Makes about two servings.

• 12 oz can of Tuna
• 1 tomato
• ½ onion
• 2 jalapenos
• ¼ cup of cilantro
• 1 lime
• Salt and pepper

1. Chop up the tomato, onion, and jalapeno and set aside. Make sure to remove the seeds of the jalapeno. (If you’re brave, you can leave them)
2. Open the can of tuna and drain any water that is in the can
3. Combine tuna and chopped ingredients into a large bowl.
4. Add a lime, salt and pepper to taste
5. Next combine the chopped cilantro into the bowl
6. Done! Serve with some crackers and enjoy

What I love about this snack is the no cook aspect of it and how quick I can make it before I leave for work, or class. As I have mentioned before, the spice level depends on how you prefer it. If you are a little nervous about the heat, start off with one jalapeno and work from there. I have made this for myself countless times when I am not in the mood for heating anything up and I have not gotten tired of it. I encourage everyone to make it for their next workday! Thank you for reading.