Description
A vibrant and refreshing salad combining flaky tuna with crisp vegetables, olives, and a tangy lemon-olive oil dressing inspired by Mediterranean flavors—perfect for a healthy lunch or light dinner.
Ingredients
2 cans (5 oz each) tuna packed in water, drained
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, diced
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the drained tuna, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Adjust seasoning if needed and serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to meld the flavors.
Notes
- This salad can be served as-is or on a bed of greens for added texture and nutrition.
- Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.
- For a dairy-free version, omit the feta cheese.
- Feel free to add more herbs, such as dill or mint, to customize the flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
