Description
Fresh Herbed Tuna Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines tender tuna with crisp veggies and aromatic herbs, making it an ideal choice for a quick lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- Canned tuna (high-quality)
- Fresh parsley and dill
- Cherry tomatoes
- Cucumber
- Red onion
- Lemon juice
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Drain the canned tuna and flake it into a mixing bowl.
- Chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and fresh herbs into bite-sized pieces.
- Add chopped veggies and thinly sliced red onion to the tuna.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pour over the salad mixture and toss gently.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for extra freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Substitute herbs like basil for variety or add avocado for creaminess. For added crunch, consider including diced celery. This salad is best enjoyed cold; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.