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Mediterranean Tuna Salad

Zesty Mediterranean Tuna Salad for a Refreshing Twist

Enjoy a light and healthy Mediterranean Tuna Salad packed with flavors and nutrients, perfect for quick meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cans (5-ounce) Tuna Use high-quality tuna packed in olive oil for richness.
  • ½ cup Kalamata Olives Halved; feel free to substitute with green olives if preferred.
  • ¼ cup Feta Cheese Crumble; you can swap with goat cheese or plant-based feta.
  • ¼ cup Red Onion Finely diced; soaking in ice water can reduce pungency.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley Chopped; provides freshness.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Dill Chopped; enhances the salad with aromatic flavor.
For the Vinaigrette
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Brings acidity and brightness.
  • 3 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil Adds richness.
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Imparts Mediterranean flavor.
  • ½ tsp Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • ¼ tsp Black Pepper Adds subtle heat.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by draining the tuna from the cans and placing it in a medium mixing bowl. Use a fork to flake the tuna apart gently.
  2. To the flaked tuna, add the halved Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, finely diced red onion, chopped parsley, and chopped dill. Stir gently.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Pour the vinaigrette over the tuna mixture and carefully fold it in.
  5. Serve immediately on a bed of crisp greens, in a wrap, or alongside cucumber slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Chill for 30 minutes before serving to enhance taste.

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