Description
Discover a refreshing and healthy twist on traditional tuna salad with this Quick Mediterranean Tuna Salad with No Mayo. Packed with flaky tuna, crisp vegetables, and zesty lemon, this vibrant dish is a delightful blend of flavors that will transport you to the Mediterranean coast. Perfect for picnics, lunches, or light dinners, this salad is not only easy to make but also visually appealing. Enjoy a guilt-free meal that bursts with freshness and nutrition!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (5 oz) high-quality tuna in water or olive oil, drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and flake it into a mixing bowl.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, and chopped parsley to the bowl.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the mixture and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Mix gently until all ingredients are well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes if desired to enhance flavor.
- Serve on plates or in bowls; enjoy your nutritious Quick Mediterranean Tuna Salad!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 40mg