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Mediterranean Tuna Salad

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Canned tuna in water or olive oil
  • Cherry tomatoes
  • Cucumber
  • Red onion
  • Kalamata olives
  • Fresh parsley
  • Fresh dill optional
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Fresh lemon juice
  • Lemon zest
  • Dijon mustard
  • Garlic
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Optional add-ins: capers feta cheese, celery, avocado

Equipment

  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Small bowl (for dressing)
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring spoons
  • Citrus juicer or reamer
  • Spoon or spatula

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Tuna
  1. Open the cans of tuna and drain thoroughly. Flake the tuna gently with a fork and place it in a medium mixing bowl.
Step 2: Chop the Vegetables
  1. Dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, finely chop the red onion, and slice the olives. Add them to the bowl with the tuna.
Step 3: Add Fresh Herbs
  1. Chop the parsley and dill finely and add them to the salad mixture.
Step 4: Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Step 5: Combine
  1. Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture. Gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Step 6: Taste and Adjust
  1. Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, lemon juice, or olive oil as needed.
Step 7: Rest
  1. Let the salad rest for 10–15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

Nutritional Facts and Total Calories

(Approximate per serving)
  • Calories: 260–320 kcal
  • Protein: 28g
  • Fat: 18g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Omega-3 fatty acids: High
Values vary depending on olive oil and optional add-ins.