Description
Mediterranean Tuna Salad is a vibrant, healthy dish made with canned tuna, crisp vegetables, olives, and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. It’s perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or protein-packed meal prep option.
Ingredients
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- 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in olive oil or water, drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine tuna, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta cheese, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
Notes
- Use high-quality tuna for the best flavor, preferably packed in olive oil.
- Great served on a bed of greens, in a pita, or with crackers.
- Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 35mg